Winter 26/27: Entry Level Youth Ski Instructor - Full Time

POWDR•Copper Mountain, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Copper Mountain Resort is seeking Full Time, Entry Level Youth Ski instructors for the Winter 2026/2027 season. These seasonal positions begin in December and end mid-April. The ideal candidate will be at least 18 years old, available to work weekends and holidays, and demonstrate an enthusiasm for skiing and teaching all ages and ability levels, primarily working with youth students aged 3-17 years.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Good physical condition.
Able to stand for entire shift.
Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment.
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 sufficient sight, speech, and hearing abilities to learn skills, follow and provide directions.
Must own ski equipment.

Nice To Haves

Able to ski at least at an intermediate level.
Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring.

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.
Provide an unsurpassed mountain vacation experience every day.
Develop a rapport with students quickly, establishing a connection and welcoming new students with warmth.
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 to reflect them.
Understand beginner ski progressions for different age levels and demonstrate them.
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 and keeping students and fellow employees calm.
Manage personal stress levels and maintain balance between work and personal life.
Supervise children in class always; assist at lunch and snack times; ensure return of children to identified guardian.
Assist in operational responsibilities of Ski & Ride programs including registration process, 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 a professional image.
Continually strive to exceed guest expectations and create memories for guests and staff.