Adaptive Ski and Snowboard Instructor

Smugglers' Notch Resort; Jeffersonville (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Smugglers' Notch Resort in Vermont is seeking dedicated instructors to teach skiing and adaptive programs to guests, including adults and children. The role blends on-snow teaching with safety-minded supervision in a dynamic mountain environment.

Applicants should be patient, empathetic, and able to work both in a team and independently, with a willingness to learn adaptive techniques and possibly use Bi or Mono equipment. Pre-season training is required.

Qualifications

• Must be patient, empathetic, and willing to adapt to different needs.
• Must attend pre-season training.
• Experience with Bi and/or Mono ski equipment (SNAP program) is not mandatory but beneficial.
• Must be able to work in a team setting and alone.
• Passion for teaching snow sports.
• Must own equipment or be able to obtain by completion of training (binding inspection) and own professional-looking, solid black snow pants.

Responsibilities

• Teach skiing and adaptive ski techniques to guests.
• Work with adults and children.
• Attend pre-season training.
• Follow safety guidelines to ensure guest and instructor safety.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Snow sports coaching

Adaptability

Tools

Bi ski equipment

Mono ski equipment

Job description

If you enjoy skiing or riding and have compassion for people who need help accessing all Smuggs has to offer, then this job is for you! Spending time with people with disabilities is both humbling and rewarding. We celebrate all achievements regardless of how big or small. We’re fortunate to share the joy of accomplishment that comes with discovering a new skill or activity. You could end each week with a new friend.

Job Requirements:

Must be patient, empathetic, and willing to adapt to different needs.

This position requires both on and off snow time with guests, both adults and children.

Must attend pre-season training.

Not mandatory, but the SNAP program is also seeking individuals that have experience with the Bi and/or Mono ski equipment.

Occasionally we have adaptive snowboard lessons or inclusion, but we predominantly teach skiing. If you’re a snowboarder who is willing to learn adaptive ski teaching techniques, then we would love to have you.

Must be able to work in a team setting and alone.

Have a strong value for personal safety and safety of others.

Passion for teaching snow sports.

Must own equipment or are able to obtain by completion of training (must pass binding inspection) and own professional-looking, solid black snow pants or able to obtain by end of training.

Position type: Full Time, Part Time