Non-Certified Ski Instructor

Vail Resorts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee ski passes

Discounted lift tickets for friends and family

401(k) Retirement Plan

Excellent training and professional development

Job summary

Vail Resorts is seeking ski instructors for the 2026/27 winter season in New York. Ideal candidates should be comfortable skiing on blue terrain and working with children. The role involves teaching both group and private lessons while delivering exceptional guest service. The position offers a starting wage of $20/hour and various employee benefits including free ski lessons and a 401(k) retirement plan. Applicants need to be at least 16 and prepared to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must be willing to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements.
• Placement contingent upon training completion and skill/safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Teach group and private lessons.
• Deliver world-class guest service.
• Support all needs of the snow sports school.

Skills

Comfortable skiing on groomed blue terrain

Fluent communication in English

Ability to work with children aged 3 and older

Job description

Calling all blue+ level skiers – now hiring instructors for the 2026/27 season! Learn more here.

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
• Other 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

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: 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, with a focus on children
• Deliver world‑class guest service
• Create a safe and fun learning environment
• Support all needs of the snow sports school: inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment
• Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Must be comfortable and competent skiing on groomed blue terrain
• 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 able to communicate fluently in English
• Must be willing to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements
• Must be comfortable being in ski boots for extended periods of time
• Placement as an instructor is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards
• As a Non‑Certified Ski Instructor, you have the ability to be a flexible employee who works across multiple departments and in various roles to support the one‑resort mentality which could include: Lift Experience, Mountain Activities, Food and Beverage Support, Base Area Operations, Retail Rental Operations

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Requisition ID 514684

Reference Date: 05/07/2026

Job Code Function: Ski/Snow School