Ski / Snowboard Coach

MetroSlopes; Burlingame, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

MetroSlopes in Burlingame, CA is hiring full-time and part-time Ski/Snowboard Coaches to guide private and group lessons across beginner to advanced levels, including junior development programs.

The role provides a year-round coaching environment with ongoing training, flexible scheduling, and clear paths toward senior coach or program leadership, while prioritizing safety, guest experience, and family-friendly service.

Qualifications

• Coaching or teaching experience preferred, including lessons, camps, or clubs.
• Strong skiing or snowboarding ability.
• Passion for working with children, families, and athletes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, energetic, and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Teach private and group lessons across beginner to advanced levels.
• Support and/or lead sessions within the junior development (devo) program.
• Adapt coaching style for children, adults, and athletes at different stages.
• Use MetroSlopes systems to deliver structured, high-quality coaching.
• Provide clear feedback and track student progress over time.
• Assist floor management and maintain a safe training environment.

Skills

Skiing/Snowboarding

Coaching

Child & Family focus

Communication

Job description

MetroSlopes is building the next-generation indoor ski and snowboard training center in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our Burlingame facility combines immersive infinite slopes, a freestyle training park, trampoline area, beginner dry slope, a ski-specific gym, and an alpine café—creating a year-round destination for learning, training, and progression. We are hiring full-time and part-time Ski / Snowboard Coaches. The role is flexible across junior development programs and private or group lessons, depending on experience and interest. This year-round role offers continuous employment and an ongoing training program.

Responsibilities

Coaching & Instruction

• Teach private and group lessons across beginner to advanced levels
• Support and/or lead sessions within the junior development (devo) program
• Adapt coaching style for children, adults, and athletes at different stages
• Use MetroSlopes systems to deliver structured, high-quality coaching
• Provide clear feedback and track student progress over time

Program Support

• Assist with devo program structure, drills, and progression based on experience
• Help maintain consistency in coaching standards and athlete development
• Contribute to camps, clinics, and special programs

Freestyle & Cross-Training

• Support training in freestyle park and trampoline areas if qualified
• Reinforce balance, coordination, and movement skills across training zones
• Help athletes connect off-snow training to on-snow performance

Customer Experience & Safety

• Deliver a fun, professional, and engaging experience for all guests
• Build relationships with returning students and families
• Assist floor management
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean training environment

Qualifications

• Strong skiing or snowboarding ability at an intermediate to expert level
• Coaching or teaching experience preferred, including lessons, camps, or clubs
• Passion for working with children, families, and athletes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, energetic, and team-oriented mindset

Preferred

• Experience working in a ski club or junior development (devo) program
• PSIA / AASI Level 2 certification or equivalent
• Freestyle experience in park, moguls, or competition
• Trampoline or movement training experience

Compensation

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for bonuses tied to lesson volume and customer satisfaction
• Flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time roles available
• Access to advanced training equipment and a year-round coaching environment
• Opportunity to grow into senior coach or program leadership roles