Seasonal Ski Instructor with Free Passes & Training

Crested Butte, Llc; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes

Discounted lift tickets for friends/fm

40% retail discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional发展

Referral Program

Housing availability

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructors for winter seasonal 2026/2027 in Crested Butte, CO. Full and part-time positions with starting wage $21.00/hr and up to $64.34/hr, with training and potential for growth.

Instructors deliver high-quality ski/snowboard lessons to guests of all ages in a safe, fun environment. Join a team that offers free passes for employees, significant discounts, a 401(k) plan, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum PSIA/AASI instructor Level 1 certification or ISIA equivalent and above
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• 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 willing to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements
• Placement as an instructor is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards
• The expected pay range is $21.00/hr – $64.34/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position.

Responsibilities

• Teach group and private lessons
• Work with guests of all ages and abilities
• Deliver world class guest service to all guests
• Create a safe and fun learning environment
• Support all ski school needs inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment
• Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers and riders
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

English fluency

Guest service

Safety awareness

Education

PSIA/AASI Level 1 certification or ISIA equivalent

Job description

Vail Resorts is hiring Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructors for winter seasonal 2026/2027 in Crested Butte, CO. Full and part-time positions with starting wage $21.00/hr and up to $64.34/hr, with training and potential for growth.

Instructors deliver high-quality ski/snowboard lessons to guests of all ages in a safe, fun environment. Join a team that offers free passes for employees, significant discounts, a 401(k) plan, and professional development opportunities.