Ski/Snowboard Instructor

Canada West Ski Areas Association; Rossland; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season's pass

Instructor training

Discounts on food, beverage and retail

Reciprocal pass program

Dual certification bonus

Equipment bonus

Job summary

Red Mountain Resort is seeking Ski and Snowboard Instructors for the 2026/27 season. Full-time and/or part-time positions available. The successful applicants will deliver safe, engaging lessons for guests of all ages and abilities, from School Groups to Private lessons, while maintaining high guest service standards.

Candidates should hold CASI or CSIA certifications (dual ski and snowboard a plus) and be comfortable teaching outdoors in all weather. Training and a season pass are provided.

Qualifications

• Hold CASI, CSIA or equivalent qualifications.
• Dual certifications in ski and snowboarding an asset.
• Park certification an asset.
• CADs' certification an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, engaging and high-quality ski/snowboard lessons to guests of all ages and abilities.
• Provide exceptional guest service, ensuring a positive experience for each student.
• Attend required morning meetings and training sessions.
• Arrive in a timely manner for daily lessons, ready to teach.
• Assess student progress and offer constructive, encouraging feedback.
• Manage splits in ability levels and a variety of group dynamics.
• Debrief clients/parents in a positive and professional manner.
• Administrative, cleaning, or office duties may be required.
• Represent Red Mountain Snow School in a positive and professional manner.

Skills

CASI/CSIA certified

Dual ski/snowboard certs

Park certification

CADs certification

Weatherproof

Punctual and professional

Job description

Ski / Snowboard Instructor - Winter 2026/27

Job Description

RED Mountain Resort is now accepting applications for Ski and Snowboard Instructors for the 2026/27 Winter season! There are full-time and/or part-time positions available. The successful applicants will bring a positive attitude, team player mentality, and strong work ethic.

Duties & Responsibilities

As a Ski / Snowboard Instructor, you will be responsible for providing safe, fun and professional lessons for clients of all ages and abilities. Lessons will include School Groups, Weekend Clubs, Holiday Camps & Private lessons.

• Deliver safe, engaging and high-quality ski/snowboard lessons to guests of all ages and abilities
• Provide exceptional guest service, ensuring a positive experience for each student
• Attending required morning meetings and training sessions
• Arriving in a timely manner for your daily lesson, ready to teach
• Assess student progress and offer constructive, encouraging feedback
• Managing splits in ability levels and a variety of group dynamics
• Debriefing clients/parents in a positive and professional manner
• Administrative, cleaning, or office duties may be required
• Represent Red Mountain Snow School in a positive and professional manner

A successful candidate must:

• Be flexible and prepared to work 2-5 days a week including weekends (your shift may change from week to week)
• Be polite, patient, understanding, and have a positive attitude
• Be enthusiastic and comfortable teaching children 3 years old +
• Meet minimum physical requirements including the ability to pick up students and manually assist them during lessons and chair lift loading/unloading
• Have the ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Commit to all multi-week clubs and programs as assigned
• Punctual, reliable and professional
• Hold CASI, CSIA or equivalent qualifications
• Dual certifications in ski and snowboarding an asset
• Park certification an asset
• CADs' certification an asset

Wages and Benefits

Wage rate: Wages for Instructors range from $18.87 to $25.76, depending on certification level, plus 25% commission for Private request lessons.

Benefits include a season's pass, instructor training, discounts on food, beverage and retail, a reciprocal pass program with other mountain resorts, a dual certification bonus and an equipment bonus.