Ski Instructor (Seasonal Part-Time)

Nemacolin Career•Farmington, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Seasonal Ski & Snowboard Instructor at Nemacolin, you will help guests and members learn or improve their skiing or snowboarding skills through personalized instruction, patience, and hospitality. You will create a safe, encouraging environment and help guests build confidence, refine skills, and make lasting memories in a luxury resort setting. The position is eligible to participate in the property's gratuity/tip program, providing additional earning potential beyond the base wage. The role includes teaching foundational and advanced snow sports techniques, adapting lessons to individual and group needs, and supporting guest satisfaction throughout each lesson. You may also assist with ski lift operations, tubing activities, rental services, winter activities, and other seasonal needs. This is a highly interactive, physically active, guest-facing role that involves working outdoors in varying winter weather, collaborating with recreation and resort teams, and working a flexible schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and peak visitation periods.

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.
Fluency in English and ability to communicate effectively with guests and associates.
Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods, including up to eight hours at a time.
Friendly, outgoing, and approachable manner when working with guests and members.
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 when teaching, monitoring conditions, and supporting recreation activities.
Strong organizational skills and adaptability in a busy seasonal operation.
Collaborative approach that supports productive working relationships across resort departments.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts throughout the winter season.

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.
Assess guests' current ability levels and adapt instruction and lesson plans to individual and group needs.
Introduce more advanced snow sports techniques and reinforce proper habits, safety practices, and mountain etiquette.
Provide engaging lessons, encouraging feedback, and attentive service from arrival through lesson completion.
Promote responsible participation, monitor conditions, and respond appropriately to guest questions and concerns.
Assist with ski lift operations, tubing activities, rental services, winter activities, and other seasonal needs as assigned.
Collaborate with Recreation Team associates, rental operations, lift operations, tubing, and the Activities Team.
Work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts throughout the winter season as required.

Benefits

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.
401(k) program.
Medical coverage for eligible associates.
Dental coverage for eligible associates.
Vision coverage for eligible associates.
Paid time off.
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.
Eligible to participate in the property's gratuity/tip program.