Certified Snowboard Instructor

Vail Resorts; Breckenridge (CO); On-site; USD 28,929 - 88,634; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes and lessons

Discounted lodging and food

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional development

Job summary

Vail Resorts is looking for seasonal instructors to teach skiing and snowboarding lessons in Breckenridge, Colorado. The role offers flexibility with part-time and full-time options and emphasizes guest service while ensuring a fun and safe learning environment. Employees receive competitive pay ranging from $21.00/hr to $64.34/hr, with benefits like free ski passes, discounts, and training. Apply before December 15th and join a vibrant team committed to outdoor recreation and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age and willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Placement as an instructor contingent upon completing training successfully.

Responsibilities

• Teach group and private lessons.
• Deliver world-class guest service.
• Create a safe and fun learning environment.

Skills

Fluent English

Comfort with children aged 3 and older

Education

Minimum PSIA/AASI instructor Level 1 certification or ISIA equivalent

Job description

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service – our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $64.34/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available. For Full‑Time Instructors, a 40‑hour workweek is not guaranteed. Scheduled hours will vary depending on business volume.
• Minimum Age: At least 16 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Teach group and private lessons
• Work with guests of all ages and abilities.
• Deliver world class guest service to all guests
• Create a safe and fun learning environment
• Support all ski school needs inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment
• Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers and riders
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Minimum PSIA/AASI instructor Level 1 certification or ISIA equivalent and above
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Must be willing to work with guests of all ages and have a strong level of comfort with children aged 3 and older
• Must be willing to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements.
• Placement as an instructor is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards.

The expected pay range is $21.00/hr - $64.34/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.