Lead Ski & Ride School

Seven Springs; Champion (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski/Mountain passes

Employee discounts

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Training & development

Referral program

Job summary

Seven Springs Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania invites applications for Ski Ride School Leads. You will supervise daily ski and ride instruction, shaping curriculum, scheduling, and class assignments while supporting instructors.

We seek candidates with 1–3 years skiing/snowboard experience and at least 1 year of supervisory experience, PSIA/AASI certification, and ability to work nights, holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred; a related bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• PSIA/AASI certification or equivalent is required.
• Experience supervising ski/snowboard instructors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily instruction at Ski and Ride School including curriculum development, scheduling, and assigning classes with instructional support as needed.
• Assist with administrative duties such as hiring, scheduling, training, payroll, inventory, and guest feedback reporting.
• Monitor instructor performance and provide feedback, recognition, or corrective action as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and company policies; uphold safety programs and incident reporting.

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred

PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification

Job description

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

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.

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 Summary

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at VailResortsand our Ski Ride School Leads are no exceptiontofacilitatingthis experience of a lifetime.Responsibiefor supervising sch operations, Ski SchoolSuperervisorsare devoted leaders committed to staff development and guest experience.

Job Specifications

Starting Wage:$23.00/hr – $53.50/hr

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Shift Type: Part Timehours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily instruction at Ski and Ride School including curriculumdevelopment,scheduling, and assigning classes providing support with instruction as needed
• Assist with administrative duties including hiring, scheduling, training, payroll, managing equipment inventory and reporting on guest feedback
• Monitor and document instructor performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback and direction, including recognition, correction action, or escalation if necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
• Adhere to all safety related programs including policy training and incident reporting
• Coordinate with other management, departments, and third-party organizations as needed
• Participate in leadership forums providing feedback and input on school operations, training, and continuous improvement opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred,Bachelor’s Degreein related field preferred
• Current PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification required
• 1-3 years ski/snowboard experienceand 1 year of supervisory experience required
• Abiity to work a flexible schedule including nights,holidays and weekends.
• Able to meet the physical demands of ski and ride training and drills
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• The expected pay range is$23.00/hr – $53.50/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

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.

Position type: Winter Seasonal