Winter Adaptive Ski/Ride Instructors
Telluride Adaptive Sports Program
Full Time, Seasonal
End of November start to Closing Day in early April
Compensation: DOE $22-$28 per hour

Position Summary
The Telluride Adaptive Sports Program (TASP) is actively hiring passionate and skilled adaptive ski/ride instructors to join our dedicated community of professionals to provide adaptive ski and snowboard experiences to a diverse demographic in the snowsports industry. Located on Telluride Ski Resort, Telluride Adaptive Sports is celebrating its 30th-year as a fully certified PSIA/AASI 501(c)(3) non-profit adaptive snowsports school. Come teach and slide on North America’s premier ski area, rated #1 for many years running. 

Preferred qualifications include: 

Must ski. Candidates who only snowboard should inquire with Ski and Ride Director before applying
Currently holding a minimum level 1 certification in alpine or snowboard instruction and Adaptive specific discipline(s) with PSIA/AASI or similar
Ability to commit to a full season (End of November start to Closing Day in early April)
Ability to commit to a set, full time (30+ hours) work schedule

Benefits include: 

Season pass to Telluride Ski Resort
Intensive 2-week staff training at the beginning of the season
Equipment stipend 
Mental Health Benefit
Colorado Paid Sick Leave and applicable Paid Time Off
Slopeside locker and storage
Financial support in pursuing (further) PSIA/AASI education and certification(s)
Ongoing training through the season in snowsports and adaptive equipment
Competitive pay based on experience ($22-$28/hr). Base pay starts at $22/ hour with opportunities for increase with certification level(s), documented teaching experience, etc.
Ski in/ski out accessible employee housing potential for the duration of Winter 26/27 employment

Application deadline August 31, 2026. Please email a letter of interest and professional resume to Tim McGough at programs@tellurideadaptivesports.org.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Telluride Adaptive Sports Program is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining the hiring practices and work environment fee from discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, marital status or other status protected by federal or state law, with regard to any term or condition of employment.