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Vail Resorts in Colorado is hiring winter seasonal Snowsports Instructors. Starting wage is $20.00/hr with potential to earn more through incentives. Roles include teaching group and private lessons to guests of all ages, with a focus on delivering world-class service in a safe, fun environment.
This is a winter seasonal position with full-time and part-time hours; scheduling may vary and weekends/holidays are required. Training and growth opportunities are offered as part of Epic Service.
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
Experience the best office in the world teaching Snowsports to guests of all ages. Instructors will deliver quality ski instruction to groups and individuals, providing world-class guest service in a safe and fun environment.
Job Specifications:
Starting Wage:$20.00/hr
Pay range reflects minimum base wages; instructors may have opportunities to earn more with additional teaching incentives
Employment Type:Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
Shift Type:Full Time and Part Timehours 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:No
Job Responsibilities:
Job Requirements:
As a Non-Certified Ski Instructor, youhave the ability tobe a flexible employee who works across multiple departments and in various roles to support the one-resort mentality which could include:
Additional requirements for hires under age 18: Submission of a Parental Consent Form upon hire, along with other applicable documents required by state law; such as a work permit, physician's note, and/or proof of birthdate
The expected pay range is$20.00/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.