Winter 26/27: Certified Youth Snowboard School Instructor - Full Time

POWDR•Frisco, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Copper Mountain Resort is seeking AASI Level 1+2+3 Snowboard instructors for seasonal positions from December to mid-April. This role involves teaching snowboarding to youth students aged 3-17, focusing on safety, individual progression, and creating a positive guest experience. The instructor will lead group classes, adapt teaching styles to different learning needs, and manage student safety and engagement. This position requires a strong enthusiasm for snowboarding and a commitment to upholding the resort's values and mission.

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.
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 AASI Level 1 or international equivalent.
Must own snowboard equipment.
A criminal background check will be conducted after position is accepted.

Nice To Haves

AASI level 1+2+3 Snowboard instructors.
Minimum 2 years’ instructing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the best possible experience for the Copper Mountain guest.
Work on an individual basis and as part of the overall mission of the resort.
Lead group classes while focusing on individual engagement and progression.
Instill confidence in teaching skiing ability to guests.
Provide an unsurpassed mountain vacation experience every day.
Develop a rapport with students quickly, establishing a connection and learning names.
Maintain a serious focus on safety and whereabouts of all students, weaving safety culture into teaching.
Use terrain to produce safe movement.
Identify different learning styles among students and demonstrate different teaching styles.
Understand and demonstrate beginner ski progressions for different age levels.
Identify ability levels in students and split them into groups by ability level when needed.
Engage the class 100% of the time, while simultaneously focusing on individual and unique student needs.
Read when a plan isn’t working and change course without making it a big deal.
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 a wide variety of situations including possible emergencies while maintaining composure.
Manage personal stress levels and maintain balance between work and personal life.
Supervise children in class always, assisting at lunch and snack times, and ensuring return of children to identified guardian.
Assist in operational responsibilities of Ski & Ride programs including registration, directing guests to equipment fitting, upkeep of outdoor teaching areas, and cleanliness of facilities.
Assist other departments in their operational responsibilities when needed, including Events/Competitions and Lift Operations.
Function as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with guests and employees.
Uphold the most professional image.
Continually strive to exceed guest expectations and create memories for guests and staff.