Ski / Snowboard Instructor

The Hermitage Club • Wilmington, VT

4d • $18 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

The Hermitage Club is seeking passionate and dedicated Ski/Snowboard Instructors to join its Snowsports Team. This role shares a passion for skiing and snowboarding with Members and Guests while delivering high-quality instruction to individuals and groups. It fosters a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment that encourages growth and enthusiasm for snowsports. Whether new to teaching or experienced, Instructors play a vital role in supporting member engagement and inspiring a lifelong interest in skiing and snowboarding, with comprehensive training provided to support success. Lesson Programs include, but are not limited to: Mountain Yeti's Seasonal Program for ages 3-6, Mountain Explorers Seasonal Program for ages 7-12, Daily Private and Group Lessons for all ages and abilities, and Adaptive Private Lessons.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 (sixteen) years of age at the time of hire
• Ability to ski/snowboard at an intermediate/advanced level
• Supply well-maintained personal equipment appropriate for their discipline
• Successful background check
• Be fluent in English, both verbal and written
• Able to communicate effectively to groups, individuals, guests, and colleagues
• Available to work weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Patience and empathy when working with children and families of all skill levels
• Experience in teaching, coaching, or youth programming
• Flexibility to support training needs, group changes, and schedule adjustments

Responsibilities

• Assist with check-in process and group assignment at line-up
• Provide personalized, customer-centered instruction to skiers/riders of all levels, ensuring a positive and enjoyable experience
• Adapt communication styles to suit student age, skill level, and comprehension, using clear language and demonstrations
• Modify teaching methods and lesson plans based on varying student progress, skill levels, weather conditions, and terrain challenges to keep instruction effective
• Clearly and accurately provide instruction for assigned teaching levels, using both physical demonstrations and verbal communication
• Act as a positive, professional role model, adhering to the club’s hospitality standards
• Support overall member experience through responsiveness, professionalism, and program knowledge
• Comply with and adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by The Hermitage Club
• Be responsible for the supervision and care of students throughout the entire lesson
• Ensure release of students in accordance with policies and procedures
• Promote and maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment
• Monitor and attend to students’ physical and emotional needs throughout the day
• Maintain positive, informative, and courteous communication with members, guests, and fellow staff
• Work collaboratively with Snowsports Management Team
• Represent the Snowsports team professionally and contribute to a supportive, team-oriented culture
• Participate in required training sessions and on-the-job development opportunities
• Willingness to guide and develop Junior Instructors

Benefits

• Paid Training and Certification Reimbursement: Paid training offered at $20/hr.
• Reimbursement programs for attaining new certifications, attending required prerequisites, and required CEU update events.
• 15% Auto-Gratuity for all lessons

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed