Ski School Instructor I

Mountain Capital Partners • Sandia Park, NM

83d • $12 - $50

About The Position

Join Our Mountain Team! Sandia Peak Ski Area is looking for passionate and energetic Ski and Snowboard Instructors to join our Snowsports School for the 2025-26 winter season! Whether you're a seasoned pro or looking to begin your instructing career, we offer a supportive and fun environment with access to incredible terrain, a great team, and amazing guests. If you love the mountains, thrive in the snow, and enjoy sharing your passion for skiing or snowboarding, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Instructors will be expected to dress in the Snowsports uniform while instructing, including black winter weather pants, layers appropriate for weather, helmet, gloves, glasses/goggles, and no visible graphics from ski areas other than Sandia Peak Ski Area.
• This job is outdoors in a high altitude environment; bring a container of water and food for nutrition throughout the day.
• You will be expected to clean up after yourself on a daily basis and apply sunscreen.
• You must be fully dressed, with boots on and equipment ready at the start of your day.
• There is a 2 week probation period before receiving your employee season pass, starting when you teach your first class.
• You must commit to at least two days per week of instructing.
• If you do not have a current PSIA/AASA Certification (or equivalent), you will be required to take a Snowsports clinic for a Never Ever Certification prior to working.

Nice To Haves

• Current PSIA/AASA Certification or equivalent
• Returning instructor from last year

Responsibilities

• Teach skiing or snowboarding to guests of all ages and ability levels, from first-timers to advanced riders
• Create a fun, safe, and encouraging environment on the slopes
• Tailor lessons to meet individual guest needs and goals
• Deliver excellent customer service and promote a positive guest experience
• Maintain awareness of mountain safety and resort policies
• Assist in Snowsports School events, clinics, and programs as needed
• Represent Sandia Peak Ski Area in a professional and enthusiastic manner at all times

Benefits

• Employee season pass after successful completion of probation period
• Cost of the clinic for Never Ever Certification will be returned after successfully instructing four classes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees