Non-Certified Ski Instructor

Vail Resorts•Mount Crested Butte, CO
•Onsite

About The Position

Teach snowsports to guests of all ages as part of a ski school, delivering quality ski instruction to groups and individuals in a safe, fun environment with world-class guest service. The role focuses on working with children and helping guests build skills and lasting enthusiasm for skiing. Instructors may also work flexibly across departments and roles in support of the resort, including Lift Experience, Mountain Activities, Food and Beverage Support, Base Area Operations, and Retail Rental Operations. Placement as an instructor depends on successfully completing training and meeting minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards. This is a winter seasonal position for 2026/2027, with full-time and part-time hours available.

Requirements

  • Be comfortable and competent skiing on groomed blue terrain.
  • Be willing to work with guests of all ages and comfortable with children aged 3 and older.
  • Communicate fluently in English.
  • Have strong communication skills.
  • Be willing to work weekends and holidays.
  • Be comfortable wearing ski boots for extended periods.
  • Successfully complete training and meet minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards for placement as an instructor.
  • Be at least 16 years of age.
  • For hires under age 18, submit a Parental Consent Form and other applicable documents required by state law, such as a work permit, physician's note, and/or proof of birthdate.

Responsibilities

  • Teach group and private lessons.
  • Work with guests of all ages, with a focus on children.
  • Deliver world-class guest service.
  • Create a safe and fun learning environment.
  • Support snow sports school needs, including scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, and fitting equipment.
  • Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Support other resort departments and roles, which may include Lift Experience, Mountain Activities, Food and Beverage Support, Base Area Operations, and Retail Rental Operations.

Benefits

  • Free employee passes.
  • Employee-discounted lift tickets for friends and family.
  • Free ski lessons.
  • Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Training and professional development.
  • Referral Program.
  • Housing availability.
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