Ski & Ride Instructor: Teach Kids & Lead Safe Lessons

Sugarbush Resort; Warren (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Safety initiative

Growth opportunities

Resort benefits

Health club membership

Discounts on services

Job summary

Sugarbush Resort seeks enthusiastic ski and ride instructors for the winter season. Join a storied resort team delivering high-quality instruction to guests of all ages, with strong emphasis on safety and a fun learning environment.

This role offers full- and part-time availability, competitive starting pay of $18/hour, and growth through certification during the season. Enjoy world-class terrain, wellness initiatives, and resort benefits as part of a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Intermediate skier/snowboarder on blue terrain.
• Experience teaching/coaching/mentoring or ski instructor experience.
• Experience working with children.
• Spanish language knowledge is a plus.
• PSIA/AASI Level I–III preferred.
• USSA certifications preferred.
• Prior ski racing or freestyle background is a plus.
• Available to work holidays and weekends.
• Mandatory on-snow training completed.
• Must stand/walk on snow, bend, squat and lift 50 lbs.
• Good guest service skills and team player.
• Able to work in inclement mountain weather.

Responsibilities

• Uphold safety on varied terrain in a mountain environment.
• Arrive to work on time prepared for all duties.
• Attend morning meetings.
• Supervise and assist the children in your class, including lunch and snack times.
• Instruct assigned levels perInstructor Guide.
• Provide a safe and fun learning environment.
• Assist lift attendants to load/unload children per Kids on Lifts policy.
• Assist in operations of children’s programs including registration and setup.
• Communicate lesson content and progress to guardians.
• Ensure the return of children to guardians.
• Uphold Vermont Skier Safety Act rules and regulations.

Skills

Teaching

Guest service

Spanish (bonus)

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

PSIA/AASI Certification (I–III)

USSA Certification

Job description

Sugarbush Resort seeks enthusiastic ski and ride instructors for the winter season. Join a storied resort team delivering high-quality instruction to guests of all ages, with strong emphasis on safety and a fun learning environment.

This role offers full- and part-time availability, competitive starting pay of $18/hour, and growth through certification during the season. Enjoy world-class terrain, wellness initiatives, and resort benefits as part of a dynamic team.