Ski Instructor (Seasonal Part-Time)

Nemacolin•Wharton Township, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Seasonal Ski & Snowboard Instructor at Nemacolin, you will introduce guests to the excitement, confidence, and enjoyment of learning or improving skills on the slopes. Through personalized instruction, patience, and genuine hospitality, you will create a safe and encouraging environment where guests and members can build their skiing or snowboarding abilities while making memorable connections with The Peak and resort experience. You will assist guests and members in developing confidence, refining skills, and creating lasting memories, while strengthening your own teaching, guest service, and snow sports expertise in a luxury resort setting. The position is eligible to participate in the property's gratuity/tip program, offering additional earning potential beyond the base wage. This is a seasonal, part-time, guest-facing role with flexible scheduling based on seasonal operations, including weekends, holidays, and peak visitation periods. The work takes place outdoors in varying winter weather and mountain conditions and is physically active, involving extended periods of standing, skiing, snowboarding, walking, and assisting guests. In addition to teaching, the instructor may support ski lift operations, tubing activities, rental services, winter activities, and other seasonal needs. Nemacolin offers paid training and structured onboarding, hands-on learning and cross-department opportunities, and potential pathways for advancement and internal promotion.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated skiing and/or snowboarding proficiency.
Ability to assess guest skill levels and develop appropriate lesson plans based on individual learning needs.
Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods, including up to eight hours at a time.
Fluency in English and ability to communicate effectively with guests and associates.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts throughout the winter season.
Friendly, outgoing, and approachable personality.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain techniques clearly and adapt to different learning styles.
Patience, professionalism, and a positive attitude when working with guests and members of varying ages and abilities.
Sound judgment and a safety-focused mindset.
Strong organizational skills and adaptability in a busy seasonal operation.
Collaborative approach that supports productive working relationships across resort departments.

Nice To Haves

Previous ski or snowboard instruction experience.
PSIA/AASI certification.
General knowledge of local attractions and resort amenities.

Responsibilities

Teach foundational skiing and snowboarding skills, including stopping, turning, lift use, and slope awareness, in a safe and supportive environment.
Assess each guest's current ability level and adapt instruction to individual and group needs.
Create positive guest and member experiences through engaging lessons, encouraging feedback, and a commitment to guest satisfaction from arrival through lesson completion.
Introduce more advanced snow sports techniques and reinforce proper habits, safety practices, and mountain etiquette.
Assist with ski lift operations, tubing activities, rental services, winter activities, and other seasonal needs as assigned.
Promote responsible participation, monitor conditions, and respond appropriately to guest questions and concerns.
Collaborate with Recreation Team associates, rental operations, lift operations, tubing, and the Activities Team to create a cohesive guest experience.

Benefits

Eligible participation in the property's gratuity/tip program, providing additional earning potential beyond base wage.
Paid training and structured onboarding.
Hands-on learning and cross-department opportunities.
Clear pathways for advancement and internal promotion.
Recognition through individual and team honors.
Competitive hourly wages.
Attractive 401(k) program.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible associates.
Paid time off and holiday compensation.
Discounted associate meals and uniform services.
Savings across resort dining, retail, spa, and activities.
Exclusive access to The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community.