Snow Sports Instructor — Flexible Schedule & Mountain Life

PSIA-AASI Western Region; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee housing

Flexible schedules

Paid time off & holidays

Free mountain pass

Employee discounts

Job summary

Alyeska Resort is seeking passionate Mountain Sports School instructors to teach group and private lessons for adults and children, delivering top-tier guest experiences in a safe, professional manner.

You will support the Mountain Sports School across tasks, participate in trainings, and commit to maintaining high safety and teaching standards in diverse conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Able to ski/snowboard at an intermediate level and above in all terrain with variable conditions.
• Able to ski / snowboard for up to 6.5 hours per day.
• Placement as an Instructor is contingent upon completing on-snow training and meeting required skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach group and private lessons, including beginner lessons for adults and children.
• Deliver safe, professional guest experiences and provide feedback to encourage growth.
• Provide exceptional guest service while maintaining safety as a priority.
• Support the Mountain Sports School with tasks such as scanning, setting up learning zones, and assisting with duties as assigned.
• Attend all required trainings and meetings.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

PSIA Level 1 (preferred)

Job description

Are you looking to share your love of being out on the mountain? Are you a people person who enjoys teaching and helping others learn? If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of a fun dynamic team with our Mountain Sports School, then Alyeska Resort is for you!

We’re looking for Ski & Snowboard Instructors to join our Mountain Sports School team in Girdwood, Alaska.

What You’ll Do

As a Ski & Snowboard Instructor, you will teach alpine skiing and/or snowboarding to children and adults of all ability levels by focusing on the fundamentals of on-mountain safety while providing a fun on-snow experience. Extensive training is provided for inexperienced to advanced candidates.

The Mountain Sports School is a collection of dedicated professional instructors who are committed to cultivating exceptional guest experiences that create an “Adventure of a Lifetime” for our guests. Our Pros know more than just teaching; they forge deep personal connections with our guests and create new perspectives. The Mountain Sports School is dedicated to talent development and offers industry-leading training that supports our commitment to excellence.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Teach group and private lessons, including beginner lessons for both adults and children.
• Deliver amazing guest experiences in a safe and professional manner, provide feedback to guests that encourages growth and engagement with the sport.
• Provide exceptional guest service while always maintaining safety as a priority.
• Support the Mountain Sports School in all facets, including scanning, setting up learning zones, running surface lifts, handing out program lunches, and other duties as assigned.
• Attend all required trainings and meetings.
  
  

What We Offer

✅ Employee Housing for a small fee live and play where you work

✅ Flexible work schedules

✅ Paid time off & holidays

✅ Free Mountain Pass for employees and qualified dependents

✅ Employee discounts on resort lodging, dining, and spa services

What We Need

• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Must have excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Able to ski/snowboard at an intermediate level and above in all terrain with variable conditions.
• Ability to ski / snowboard for up to 6.5 hours per day.
• PSIA Level 1, or foreign equivalent preferred,
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Placement as a Instructor is contingent upon completing on snow training and meeting the minimum teaching skills, technical skills and people skills required to successfully manage the guest experience in a safe fun learning environment.
  
  

What to Expect

📌 Be on alert and at times, on your feet for long periods, including nights, weekends, & holidays.

📌 Work in a fast-paced, high-energy resort environment.

📌 Adapt to seasonal changes around the resort and special events.

📌Physical demands: Ability to demonstrate skiing or snowboarding techniques, lift and carry equipment up to 25 pounds, bend, stoop, walk in various snow conditions, and stand for extended periods of time.

📌Work Environment: This role occasionally involves extended hours and weekends to accommodate peak business periods. Operating within a dynamic, guest-centric setting, you will interact frequently with staff, guests, and stakeholders. Your work spans both indoor and outdoor environments, encompassing a range of mountain weather conditions.

If you’re ready to bring your passion to Alyeska Resort, apply today and begin your adventure in the heart of Alaska!

Alyeska Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.