Seasonal Ski & Ride Instructor Apprentice

Alterra Mountain Company; Warren (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Sugarbush Resort in Vermont is seeking an Apprentice Instructor to join the Ski and Ride School for the season. You will teach and supervise children, deliver engaging lessons, and support safety protocols across varied mountain terrain.

The role requires at least 15 years old, skiing or snowboarding proficiency on blue runs, and a willingness to work holidays and weekends. On-snow training is mandatory, with starting pay of $15/hour and potential increases after certifications.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Intermediate skier/snowboarder, parallel or linking turns on groomed blue terrain.
• Experience teaching/coaching/mentoring and/or previous ski or snowboard instructor experience.
• Experience working with children.
• Knowledge of Spanish language is a plus.
• PSIA/AASI Level I, II or III Certification is preferred.
• USSA Certifications preferred.
• Prior ski racing, freestyle background is a plus.
• Able to work holidays and weekends.
• Successfully complete mandatory on snow training.
• Must be able to stand and walk on snow for extended periods; lift 50 lbs.
• Must have good guest service skills and work well in a team.
• Ability to work in inclement weather in a mountain environment.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the highest levels of safety on varied terrain in a mountain environment, with unpredictable winter weather conditions in a fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment.
• Arrive to work on time prepared for all duties.
• Attend morning meetings.
• Supervise and assist the children in your class at all times including during lunch and snack times.
• Clearly and accurately instruct assigned levels, physically and verbally, per the progressions in our Instructor Guide.
• Provide a safe and fun learning environment through exceptional class handling and creativity.
• Assist lift attendants to properly load and unload children on the chairlift, lifting children by the vest (if applicable) in accordance with our Kids on Lifts policy.
• Assist in operational responsibilities of children's programs including registration process, directing guests to appropriate equipment fitting source, upkeep of outdoor teaching areas, and cleanliness of facilities.
• Communicate child’s lesson content and progress of the lesson with the identified guardian.
• Ensure the return of children to their identified guardians.
• Uphold Company guidelines and the Vermont Skier Safety Act rules and regulations.

Skills

Teaching/Coaching

Experience with children

Winter sports basics

Spanish language (bonus)

Job description

Sugarbush Resort in Vermont is seeking an Apprentice Instructor to join the Ski and Ride School for the season. You will teach and supervise children, deliver engaging lessons, and support safety protocols across varied mountain terrain.

The role requires at least 15 years old, skiing or snowboarding proficiency on blue runs, and a willingness to work holidays and weekends. On-snow training is mandatory, with starting pay of $15/hour and potential increases after certifications.