Sport School Instructor & Trainer (Level 3-4)

Sun Peaks Resort; Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned ski resort in British Columbia is looking for certified ski or snowboard instructors for the Winter 2025-26 season. Positions are available full-time and part-time, teaching a variety of programs for all age groups. Ideal candidates will have a recognized teaching certification, excellent communication skills, and be able to work outdoors in winter conditions. This role offers competitive pay, perks including lift passes, and a chance to work in a vibrant mountain community.

Benefits

Season lift passes

Employee assistance program

Dining discounts

Retail discounts

Friends and family rates

Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas

Qualifications

• Certified ski or snowboard instructor.
• Physical fitness to perform teaching duties.
• Ability to work in outdoor winter conditions.

Responsibilities

• Teach various programs from kids groups to adult lessons.
• Market ski products to guests.
• Follow code of conduct of the resort.

Skills

Professional teaching certification

Proficient use of spoken English

Outstanding verbal communication

Highly organized

Proven guest service experience

Legally able to work in Canada

Education

Certification from recognized ski organizations

Job description

Overview

Are you a certified ski or snowboard instructor who loves to share the stoke? We are looking to hire Sports School Instructors for the Winter 2025-26 season! There are full-time and part-time positions available in both disciplines. One of the best features of our Resort is the incredible teaching terrain, offering ideal progression from beginner to intermediate levels to ensure success, alongside a welcoming team and 3 mountains to play on! If this sounds like the perfect work environment, fill out an application today to work, live and play where you belong.

Compensation

Compensation Information: $24.25 to $40.00 per hour (depending on certification and experience)

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirement: Medium; work activities involve handling loads up to 20kg; predominantly in an outdoor setting.

Location & Presence

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.

Perks and Benefits

• Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position)
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets
• Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets
• Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
• Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels

Required Skills

• Professional and current teaching certification with a nationally recognized organization (CSIA, CASI, BASI, APSI, or other National equivalency).
• Proficient use of spoken English.
• Outstanding verbal communication skills with all age groups of guests.
• Polished interpersonal/motivational skills and highly organized.
• Proven track record in tourism guest services and as a team player.
• Legally able to work in Canada from November 2025 to April 2026.
• Willing to submit to an RCMP criminal record check.
• Undertake required daily duties as per Sun Peaks Resort LLP operating guidelines.
• Comply with the Alpine Responsibility Code.

Preferred Skills

• Second language skills are an asset (e.g. German or Spanish).
• Extended sales training and/or experience is an asset.
• Dual or Multi snow sport certification (e.g. CSIA and CASI).
• Several seasons’ previous kids lesson snow sports teaching experience.
• CSIA “Teaching Children” or national equivalent kids teaching module.

Physical Requirements

• You must be physically able to fully undertake teaching responsibilities pertinent to your certification level and discipline in a safe and diligent manner.
• Able to work outside in all winter weather conditions.
• High degree of physical fitness. Free of injuries that may obstruct daily duties.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teaching duties relative to certification and experience in one or more of the following programs: Kids Groups / Schools / Locals / Adult Groups and Privates / Instructor Training / Nordic / Freestyle coaching / Weekly Events. Full list of programs at: http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/
• Direct product marketing to guests.
• Operate according to the code of conduct and values statement of SPR LLP and the Snow Sports School.

Why join us?

We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests. Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values. No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.

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