Non Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor

Vail Resorts•Brighton, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Teach snowsports to guests of all ages in a safe, fun environment, delivering quality instruction to groups and individuals and world-class guest service. The role focuses on working with children as well as other guests and may include supporting additional departments and roles across the resort. Instructor placement 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. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour. The position is open to applicants at least 16 years old, and housing is not available.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years of age.
Be comfortable and competent skiing on groomed blue terrain.
Be willing to work with guests of all ages and be comfortable working 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 instructor placement.

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.
Work across multiple departments and roles as needed, potentially including Lift Experience, Mountain Activities, Food and Beverage Support, Base Area Operations, Retail, and Rental Operations.