Adaptive Snowsports Instructor – Part-Time

powdr; Snowbird (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski pass

Discounts at eateries

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Transportation to work

Powdr partner discounts

Job summary

Wasatch Adaptive Sports is seeking an Adaptive Snowsports Instructor to deliver high-quality lessons in adaptive alpine skiing, sit skiing, snowboarding, and ski biking at Snowbird and Sundance Resorts.

Under the Program Manager, you will join a team dedicated to access and belonging for participants with disabilities, teaching across winter programs and collaborating with a supportive staff to promote inclusive, safe, and dynamic learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certified or willing to obtain.
• Ski and/or snowboard at an advanced level.
• 1-3 years experience teaching recreation skills, preferably to people with disabilities.
• Ability to perform outdoor, physical work in variable weather conditions for long periods.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment.
• A passion for Wasatch Adaptive Sports mission and work.

Responsibilities

• Teach skiing, snowboarding, sit skiing, and/or ski biking program lessons according to WAS teaching progressions.
• Learn to adapt all equipment to varying abilities through training and lessons.
• Develop a strong teaching ability by regularly attending in-house clinics and other professional training.
• Establish a strong pre-lesson plan and on-snow assessment.
• Adhere to all risk management protocols to ensure the safety of all students and instructors.
• Track and evaluate student goals and progressions.
• Communicate respectfully and think critically to promote a positive program culture.

Skills

Skiing

Snowboarding

Teaching

First Aid/CPR

Teamwork

Adaptive lessons

Education

PSIA-AASI Certification

Tools

Google Drive

Slack

Salesforce

Job description

Wasatch Adaptive Sports is seeking an Adaptive Snowsports Instructor to deliver high-quality lessons in adaptive alpine skiing, sit skiing, snowboarding, and ski biking at Snowbird and Sundance Resorts.

Under the Program Manager, you will join a team dedicated to access and belonging for participants with disabilities, teaching across winter programs and collaborating with a supportive staff to promote inclusive, safe, and dynamic learning experiences.