Ski/Snowboard Instructor 2026/27

DODGE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RESORT•Mission Viejo, CA

3d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Snowsports Instructors provide exceptional guest service while working with our guests to advance their technical skills along with their enjoyment of the sport while maintaining a safe learning environment. Instructors need to have the ability to teach various age groups including children, teens and adults. Instructors must also have a willingness and desire to improve their own technical and teaching skills in order to better serve our guests. Instructors must be punctual, flexible, well presented, able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have ski / ride ability suitable to the level of lesson they can teach. Instructors must possess the knowledge and ability to teach both adults and children in the beginner levels. Level I certified Instructors must possess the knowledge and ability to teach beginner to intermediate lessons. Level II certified instructors must possess the knowledge and ability to teach intermediate lessons. Level III certified instructors must possess the knowledge to teach all levels in all snow and terrain conditions.

Requirements

Intermediate to advanced skiing/snowboarding ability required
Must be 16 years of age or older
Good physical conditioning, including flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal.
Neatly groomed, ski and or snowboard equipment in good condition, leading to a professional over-all appearance.
Must be aware of the ski areas terrain and facilities.
Willingness to work during extreme weather conditions.
Ability to learn and be knowledgeable of the needs of the equipment and standard procedures for its care and safe operation.
Heavy and awkward lifting up to 50lbs
Safety and risk oriented.
Willingness to follow all current safety protocols and procedures daily.

Nice To Haves

Level I certified Instructors must possess the knowledge and ability to teach beginner to intermediate lessons.
Level II certified instructors must possess the knowledge and ability to teach intermediate lessons.
Level III certified instructors must possess the knowledge to teach all levels in all snow and terrain conditions.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate an on-going commitment to delivering excellent customer service. This involves interacting with guests in a courteous manner, and being able to answer questions professionally.
Daily meetings and class assignments with Supervisors/Managers at line-up. Instructors with certification and seniority will be given priority in class assignments.
Assist in organizing lessons under the direction of your department manager or supervisor.
Teach Ski/Snowboard lessons through logical progressions of skills, to the ability of the student(s).
Demonstrate and clearly explain all tasks required for the lesson. Use alternate skills demonstrations and explanations as necessary to keep all students progressing.
Work with department supervisor and/or manager to create appropriate splits in classes to better meet students’ needs.
Maintain safety of all students at all times. Teach all appropriate safety guidelines.
Clinics will be offered to improve skiing / snowboarding skills, along with teaching skills. A certain number of clinic hours will be required to better develop skills and spend time with fellow instructors. The topics and clinicians will be scheduled in advance.
Demonstrate understanding of technical knowledge and methodology required to explain the fundamentals of skiing and or snowboarding to a student.
When teaching lessons, while waiting for class assignments, assist with the guest arrival and rental equipment issuance in the children’s center and rental center.
Continually learn and update knowledge of skiing/snowboarding, and ski/snowboard instruction through attending both ski school and PSIA/AASI functions.
Work with snow removal teams on snowy mornings.
Help with set-up and tear-down of daily lesson equipment.