PSIA II Ski & Snowboard Instructor — Seasonal Coach

Sugar Bowl; California; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal training opportunity

PSIA certification reimbursement

$20/hr for private requests

401k after 1000 hours

Free employee ski passes

Dependent ski passes

Job summary

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking passionate Ski Instructors for our Snowsports School for the winter season. You will deliver high-quality lessons, foster guest-centered teaching, and contribute to a collaborative team on Donner Summit.

Eligible candidates hold PSIA Level 2 Alpine certification or higher, with Level 3 preferred, and must be eligible for H-2B sponsorship. Expect early starts, safety-focused training, and a supportive, community-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid PSIA Level 2 Alpine certification or higher.
• PSIA Level 3 Alpine preferred.
• Eligible for H-2B visa sponsorship.
• Cross-certification in snowboard instruction preferred.
• Children's Specialist certification preferred.
• Strong communication and guest-service orientation required.
• Punctual, reliable, and readiness to start early (7:00 AM) every shift.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality group and private lessons as assigned by Snowsports School management.
• Participate in Seasonal Shredders program and other coaching tracks.
• Apply guest-centered teaching methods and meet guests where they are.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment at all times.
• Participate in instructor training and professional development.

Education

PSIA Level 2 Alpine certification

PSIA Level 3 Alpine certification

H-2B visa eligibility

Cross-certification in snowboard instruction

Children's Specialist certification

Strong communication

Guest service

Job description

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking passionate Ski Instructors for our Snowsports School for the winter season. You will deliver high-quality lessons, foster guest-centered teaching, and contribute to a collaborative team on Donner Summit.

Eligible candidates hold PSIA Level 2 Alpine certification or higher, with Level 3 preferred, and must be eligible for H-2B sponsorship. Expect early starts, safety-focused training, and a supportive, community-driven environment.