Non-Certified Snowboard Instructor

Vail Resorts; White Haven (Luzerne County); Presencial; USD 23 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Free passes

Employee discounts on lodging, food, &

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and development

Referral Program

Resumo da oferta

Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski Resort is seeking an enthusiastic snowboard instructor for the winter season. You will teach group and private lessons to guests, with a focus on children, delivering top-tier service in a safe, fun environment.

Starting wage is $20/hour, with full-time and part-time hours available. Training and eligibility to work across departments may apply; housing is not provided. Minimum age 16; must pass training and safety standards. Pennsylvania clearances may be required.

Qualificações

• Must be able to snowboard on groomed blue terrain.
• Must be comfortable working with children aged 3+.
• Must communicate fluently in English.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Responsabilidades

• Teach group and private lessons.
• Work with guests of all ages, focusing on children.
• Deliver world-class guest service.
• Create a safe and fun learning environment.
• Support snow sports school operations (scanning, lifts, lunch, equipment).
• Provide guest feedback that inspires lifelong snowboarders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Snowboarding

English fluency

Customer service

Weekend availability

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Company: Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski Resort

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

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.

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

• 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

Experience the best office in the world teaching Snowsports to guests of all ages. Instructors will deliver quality snowboard instruction to groups and individuals, providing world-class guest service in a safe and fun environment.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $20/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 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: No

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 snowboarders
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Must be comfortable and competent snowboarding 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 snowboard boots for extended period 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 Snowboard 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 role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances, click here

The expected pay range is$20/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.

Requisition ID 517170
Reference Date:09/09/2026
Job Code Function:Ski & Ride School

Nearest Major Market: Scranton
Nearest Secondary Market: Wilkes Barre