Certified Adult Ski School Instructor - Full Time

POWDR•Summit County, CO

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Copper Mountain Resort is seeking enthusiastic PSIA Level 1+2+3 Ski instructors for seasonal positions from December to mid-April. This role involves teaching adult students (ages 18+) and potentially youth (ages 3-17) as needed. The ideal candidate will have at least one season of teaching experience, a passion for skiing, and enjoy educating students of all ages and abilities. The primary goal is to provide an unsurpassed mountain vacation experience by ensuring guest loyalty through great experiences and instilling confidence in skiing ability.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Must have at least one season of teaching experience.
Good physical condition.
Able to stand for entire shift.
Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment.
Must be outside for long periods of time in all weather conditions.
Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
A criminal background check will be conducted after position is accepted.
Must be fluent in all aspects of the English language.
Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow and provide directions.
Must have a minimum PSIA Level 1 or international equivalent.
Must own ski equipment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years’ instructing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Instruct group classes while focusing on individual engagement and progression.
Instill confidence in teaching skiing ability to guests.
Develop rapport with students quickly, establishing a connection and welcoming them warmly.
Prioritize safety and the whereabouts of all students, weaving a safety culture into teaching.
Use terrain to produce safe movement.
Identify different learning styles and demonstrate different teaching styles accordingly.
Understand and demonstrate beginner ski progressions for different age levels.
Identify student ability levels and group them accordingly when needed.
Engage the class 100% of the time, focusing on individual student needs.
Adapt teaching plans when necessary.
Model the values, philosophy, and mission statement of Copper Mountain Resort.
Act as a team member, cooperating with all employees.
Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies while maintaining composure.
Manage personal stress levels and maintain balance between work and personal life.
Supervise children in class, assist at lunch and snack times, and ensure children are returned to their guardian.
Assist in operational responsibilities of Ski & Ride programs, including registration, directing guests to equipment fitting, upkeep of teaching areas, and facility cleanliness.
Adhere to Copper Mountain Resort’s Standards of Business Conduct, policies, and procedures.
Assist other departments in their operational responsibilities when needed.
Function as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture”.
Uphold a professional image.
Strive to exceed guest expectations and create memories.