Seasonal Ski Instructor: Learn, Teach and Ski for Free

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

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.