Ski / Snowboard Instructor, FT - Winter 26/27

Alterra Mountain Company; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra season pass

Employee housing available

400K-like 401K match

Job summary

Crystal Mountain in Washington seeks a Ski/Snowboard Instructor (Non-Certified - Level 5) for seasonal, full-time, hourly work in the Ski & Ride School. Location: Crystal Mountain, WA. Teaching wage range: $20.00–$41.25 DOE and Certifications; non-teaching wage: $20.00.

Start: Nov 7, 2026, to Apr 18, 2027. Orientation on Nov 7/8 and Dec 5, 6, 12, 13. As an instructor, you will teach lessons to students of all ages, emphasize safety, and contribute to a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work with children and adults.
• Experience with 4- to 12-year-old children in educational settings preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Able to take direction and work well in a team.
• Intermediate skiing or riding ability with a desire to learn.
• Teaching, coaching or mentoring experience is preferred.
• Seek continuing educational opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction experiences in private and group settings for guests of all ages and abilities, with safety as a priority.
• Attend required HR training, orientation, and school training.
• Adhere to Crystal Mountain safety policies.
• Be a positive ambassador for Crystal Mountain and the Ski & Ride School.
• Communicate clearly with guests, coworkers, and management.
• Attend scheduled meetings on workdays.
• Assist with lesson grouping, area setup/teardown, records, and incident reports as assigned.
• Pursue professional development through Crystal Mountain training and PSIA-AASI opportunities.
• Care for and return of company uniforms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Customer service

Team player

Skiing ability

Job description

Seasonal

WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS

Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington! Here at Crystal, it's more than our work. It's our passion for the guest experience, the outdoors, and the community that bring us together at the end of the tree‑lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it's an experience you just don't get anywhere else. Events are always on the calendar and friends are always down to play. Work in the beautiful National Forest, neighboring Mt. Rainier, as a premier Ikon Pass destination with a whole lot of stoke to share.

JUST LIKE THE TREES, WE ARE GROWING! Apply today to grow your mountain roots with us—whether you are looking to escape the city, expand your skills, or progress in the ski industry, we have a variety of roles for hard‑working and enthusiastic team‑players. Find your line, join our team!

BIG PEAKS, BIGGER PERKS

Employee perks:

• Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts)
• Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
• 50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
• Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
• Free ski‑referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
• Free friends & family day‑ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
• Discounts on Gear Tune‑Ups
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
• Free Crystal branded swag
• Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
• Discount Marketplace
• Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
• Employee‑only Night Skiing events
• Employee Housing Available for eligible positions
• Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
• Group health insurance for eligible positions
• 401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
• Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year‑round employment

Position Title: Ski/Snowboard Instructor (Non‑Certified - Level 5)

Employment Type: Seasonal, Full‑Time, Hourly

Business Unit: Ski & Ride School

Position Reports to: Ski & Ride School Supervisors

Location: Crystal Mountain, Washington

Teaching Wage Range: $20.00 - $41.25 DOE and Certifications

Non‑Teaching Wage: $20.00

Approximate Start & End Date: November 7th, 2026 - April 18th, 2027

Required Orientation & Training Dates: Nov 7th OR Nov 8th & Dec 5, 6, 12, 13

JOB SUMMARY

As a Ski/Snowboard Instructor, you will play an important role in growing participation in skiing and snowboarding and enhancing the skiing and riding experiences of our guests. Instructors will teach lessons to students of all ages and abilities with the safety and welfare of the students being of primary importance. We are looking for new and experienced instructors who have a desire to deliver exceptional guest service, share their passion for snow sports, support our school culture and objectives, and are eager to develop their teaching and skiing/riding skills through ongoing professional development training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide high‑quality, engaging instruction experiences in private & group settings to guests of all ages & ability levels with an emphasis on the safety and welfare of the guests.
• Attendance and completion of required HR training and orientation, plus required Ski & Ride School on‑snow and online training.
• Adhere to all Crystal Mountain safety policies.
• Be a positive and professional ambassador of Crystal Mountain and the Ski & Ride School.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, coworkers, and management.
• Attendance at designated meeting times on scheduled workdays.
• Assist supervisors with the lesson grouping process, learning area setup/teardown, lesson records, and incident reports as assigned.
• Seek professional development through Crystal Mountain training and/or external PSIA‑AASI opportunities.
• Care, safekeeping and return of company‑owned uniform.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this resort and position, the responsibilities of this position may change.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness and ability to work with children and adults.
• Prior experience working with 4- to 12‑year‑old children in educational settings is preferred.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Able to take direction and work well in a team environment.
• Intermediate skiing or riding ability with a strong desire to learn and be trained.
• Any previous teaching, coaching or mentoring experience is preferred.
• Seek continuing educational opportunities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays while in operation.
• Available to work 15 days or more per season and attend required orientation & training dates.
• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Auditory and visual acuity to communicate with computers, phones, and/or mobile devices.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time on your skis or snowboard standing, sliding, bending, and/or reaching.
• Able to spend long periods outside in varying weather conditions (Minimum 2 hours).

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer