Ski & Ride School Supervisor - Winter 26/27

Schweitzer; Snowshoe (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-mountain housing

Medical benefits

Free skiing

401k

Discounts on Ikon Pass

Lumpro

Job summary

Snowshoe Mountain is seeking enthusiastic seasonal ski instructors to join our winter team. You’ll manage lesson assignments, create instructor schedules, and oversee staff training to ensure guests have memorable experiences on the mountain.

Start date at end of November/beginning of December; early mornings, weekends, and holidays required. Housing available, plus perks like free skiing and 401k, with PSIA/AASI Level II preferred.

Qualifications

• PSIA/AASI Level II (or higher) preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

• Manage lesson activities by assessing guest needs and aligning staff
• Train staff with orientation programs and PSIA/AASI methods
• Schedule staff to ensure appropriate coverage
• Monitor lesson quality and assist with special needs
• Handle guest concerns and service recovery
• Evaluate performance through feedback and coaching
• Maintain facilities and teaching aids
• Verify lesson records and payroll reports

Skills

PSIA/AASI Level II

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Seasonal Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks! Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent. Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209 Pay: $17.00 per hour Start Date: The end of November and beginning of December with positions available throughout the season. Seasonal: Seasonal work involves temporary employment tied to specific times of the year. Schedule: Will require working early mornings, weekends, and holidays

• Medical Benefits – Minimal Essentials Coverage available
• Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!
• 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
• Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers 30% off Snowshoe food & beverage locations (excludes alcohol)
• 30% off soft goods like clothes, 15% off hard goods like skis at Snowshoe owned retail locations.
• Pro Deals from some of the industry’s top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!

Why Work with Us?

In this role, you'll manage lesson assignments, create instructor schedules, and oversee staff training to ensure a memorable experience for both guests and staff. If you’re passionate about snow sports and excel at guiding others, join our team of dedicated Ski Instructors. Turn your love for skiing into a rewarding career with us!

Job Responsibilities

• Manage lesson activities by assessing guest needs, aligning staff with those needs, and ensuring proper children's check-out procedures.
• Train staff by developing and implementing orientation programs, educating on current PSIA/AASI methods, and preparing for certification exams.
• Schedule staff to ensure appropriate coverage based on workload and communication with the operations scheduler.
• Monitor lesson quality by observing group dynamics and assisting with special needs.
• Handle service recovery by addressing and resolving guest concerns effectively.
• Evaluate employee performance through feedback logs, coaching, policy enforcement, and performance reviews.
• Maintain facilities by overseeing daily clean-up, snow removal, flag operations, and ensuring teaching aids are available.
• Ensure report accuracy by verifying lesson records, approving payroll reports, and managing incident logs.
• Contribute to the team by achieving related results as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Experience

PSIA/AASI Level II (or higher) or comparable (four years fulltime teaching experience would be comparable)

Knowledge of safety practices, CPR/first aid certification preferred

All Information above is subject to change at any time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Snowshoe is an equal opportunity employer.

Snowshoe, when you first hear the name, instinctually everyone's thoughts immediately settle on winter sports. While it's true that in 1974 Snowshoe Mountain nestled its roots in West Virginia's Cheat Mountain range as a small ski town, we've grown into quite the outdoor adventure mecca. With 11,000 acres of explorable terrain, a legendary bike park, three unique ski areas, and activities like paddle boarding, RZR tours, snowmobiling, snowtubing, music festivals, and international competitive events; the options are endless for anyone willing to embrace our Forever Wild lifestyle. Here on the mountain, we believe to provide the best guest experience you must live that experience yourself...so we work hard, play harder, and get paid doing what we love!

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