Non-Certified Ski Instructor, Winter 26-27

June Mountain Ski Area; June Lake (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free season pass for dependents

Free skiing at Alterra Resorts

Ski/snowboard lessons discounts

Equipment rental discount

Friends and Family vouchers

Retail & Food discount

401k with company match

Background check on employment

Job summary

June Mountain Ski Area in June Lake, California, is seeking seasonal ski instructors focused on young children (ages 3–6). You will teach safety and skill-building while performing equipment rentals, lesson-area setup, and basic lift operations as part of a dynamic snow-sports team.

Training opportunities, a strong emphasis on safety and fun, and seasonal flexibility are offered, with benefits including free skiing for dependents and employee discounts at Alterra Resorts.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for working with small children in a winter environment.
• Experience working with children and/or in guest service is preferred.
• Empathy for beginners and ability to teach new skills in an unfamiliar environment.
• Be flexible, positive, a team player, and willing to work in variable weather.
• On-the-job training will be provided to gain the necessary skills.

Responsibilities

• Instruct guests aged 3–6 years with quality, safe ski/snowboard lessons.
• Handle equipment rentals and prepare the lesson area.
• Assist with shoveling and lift operations as part of daily duties.
• Season-long certification and training opportunities for growth.

Job description

Seasonal At June Mountain, you will live the dream! Work and play in the majestic mountains with a free season pass that opens the doors to adventure at all Alterra Resorts. Your whole family can share this excitement with free skiing for dependents and a range of valuable discounts. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to embrace the beauty of June Lake, California.

Benefits And Perks Of Your Adventure Here

• Ski passes for dependents (spouse/child(ren)/domestic partners) includes free skiing at other Alterra Resorts
• Free skiing at all Alterra Resorts
• Ski/snowboarding lessons discounts
• Equipment Rental discount
• Friends and Family vouchers
• Retail & Food discount
• 401k with company match
• Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check

A Little About This Position

• Non-Certified instructors are new to the industry and have no snow sports industry certifications.
• Individuals hired in this position will be trained to provide quality instruction primarily to guests aged between 3 and 6 years old. In addition to this, Instructors will perform a variety of duties including - equipment rentals, lesson area set-up, shoveling, and lift operations.
• Season long certification and elective training programs are available to all Snow Sports School staff throughout the season. As a growing school, we continually have new opportunities for career growth in this industry.

Requirements

• A passion for working with small children in a winter environment is a prerequisite for this position.
• Experience working with children and/or in guest service is preferred.
• Empathy for beginners and an ability to teach new skills in an unfamiliar environment. All with a focus on safety and fun!
• Must be flexible, positive, a team player, and happy to work in variable weather conditions.
• Your ability to provide excellent guest service is more important than your personal skiing or snowboarding ability. On-the-job training will be provided to give you the necessary skills to be successful!

Please Note

• This position will have openings available for Full Time, 3-day Part-Time, and Holiday work. Please note your preferred availability in your cover letter or email.

Hourly pay rate: $20-$25

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Mammoth Mountain is an equal opportunity employer.