Ski School Lead - Coach, Schedule & Guest Experience

Vail Resorts; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes for employees

Employee discounts on lodging, gear, &

40% retail discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional开发

Referral Program

Free ski lessons

Job summary

Vail Resorts is seeking enthusiastic Ski School leadership personnel for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 at our Truckee, CA location. You will supervise ski instruction operations, develop curricula, schedule classes, and provide feedback to instructors to ensure outstanding guest experiences.

Requirements include 3+ years of ski/snowboard instruction, PSIA/AASI certification, and a flexible schedule. Competitive hourly pay, seasonal housing not provided, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• Current PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years ski/snowboard instructor experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily instruction at Ski and Ride School including curriculum development, scheduling, and assigning classes providing support & feedback with instruction as needed.
• Assist with administrative duties including hiring, scheduling, training, payroll, managing equipment inventory and reporting on guest feedback.
• Monitor and document instructor performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback and direction, including recognition, correction action, or escalation if necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Adhere to all safety related programs including policy training and incident reporting.
• Coordinate with other management, departments, and third-party organizations as needed.
• Participate in leadership forums providing feedback and input on school operations, training, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, appropriate appearance, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Take ownership and accountability for assigned areas of responsibility and follow through on commitments.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred

PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification

Job description

Vail Resorts is seeking enthusiastic Ski School leadership personnel for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 at our Truckee, CA location. You will supervise ski instruction operations, develop curricula, schedule classes, and provide feedback to instructors to ensure outstanding guest experiences.

Requirements include 3+ years of ski/snowboard instruction, PSIA/AASI certification, and a flexible schedule. Competitive hourly pay, seasonal housing not provided, and opportunities for professional