Certified Youth Snowboard School Instructor - Full Time

POWDR•Summit County, CO, CO

1d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Copper Mountain Resort is seeking Certified Youth Snowboard School Instructors for seasonal positions from December to mid-April. This role involves teaching snowboarding to children aged 3-17, focusing on creating a positive and safe learning environment. Instructors are expected to engage students, adapt teaching styles to different learning needs, and provide an unsurpassed mountain vacation experience. The position requires individuals who are enthusiastic about snowboarding and enjoy educating others, while also acting as a team member and ambassador for Copper Mountain Resort.

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 AASI Level 1 or international equivalent.
Must own snowboard equipment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years’ instructing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the best possible experience for the Copper Mountain guest.
Lead 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.
Maintain a serious focus on the 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 to reflect them.
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.
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 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, upkeep of outdoor teaching areas, and facility cleanliness.
Act in accordance with Copper Mountain Resort’s Standards of Business Conduct and policies.
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.