Lead Ski & Ride School

Vail Resorts; Champion (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes

Free ski lessons

40% discount on retail

401(k)

Wellness benefits

Training & development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Pennsylvania is hiring for winter seasonal roles including Ski School Leads and instructors. Starting wage ranges from $23.00 to $53.50 per hour, with opportunities to work as part of a season in 2026/27.

Join a team that offers free passes and lessons, 40% retail discounts, wellness benefits, and Epic Service training for career development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• PSIA/AASI certification required.
• 1–3 years of ski/snowboard instructor experience and 1 year of supervisory experience required.
• Ability 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily instruction at Ski and Ride School including curriculum development, scheduling, and assigning classes.
• Assist with hiring, scheduling, training, payroll, equipment inventory, and guest feedback reporting.
• Monitor and document instructor performance and behavior.
• Maintain compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Adhere to safety programs and incident reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with management, departments, and third-party organizations.
• Participate in leadership forums and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

PSIA/AASI certification

Job description

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more

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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

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Ski & Ride School Leads are no exception. Responsible for supervising school operations, Ski School Supervisors are 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
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily instruction at Ski and Ride School including curriculum development, scheduling, and assigning classes.
• Assist with hiring, scheduling, training, payroll, equipment inventory, and guest feedback reporting.
• Monitor and document instructor performance and behavior.
• Maintain compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Adhere to safety programs and incident reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with management, departments, and third-party organizations.
• Participate in leadership forums and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Current PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification required.
• 1–3 years of ski/snowboard instructor experience and 1 year of supervisory experience required.
• Ability 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.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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.