Snowboard Instructor

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Harbor Springs (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Golf and Ski Passes

Downhill Mountain Bike Park Pass

Dining Discounts

Free Water Park Passes

Lodging Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Housing Availability

Health Insurance

AllyHealth

Job summary

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation in Harbor Springs, MI is seeking energetic snowboard instructors to teach guests on green terrain and beyond. The role emphasizes safety, clear communication, and a love of sharing how to ride.

Responsibilities include organizing group and private lessons, demonstrating techniques per Highlands Snowsports School and AASI guidelines, and adhering to resort policies. Availability during holidays and winter weather is required; outdoor work is the norm.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• Must be reliable, dependable, and timely.
• PSIA/AASI Level 1 status is strongly encouraged (or international equivalent).
• Must have a genuine desire to pass on knowledge of the sport and inspire others to enjoy it.
• A great guest service personality.
• A growth mindset (an openness to learning and feedback).
• Basic English language skills.
• Previous experience in snowboard instructing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct both group and private snowboard lessons for guests.
• Demonstrate and communicate proper snowboard techniques in accordance with the guidelines established by the Highlands Snowsports School and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI).
• Be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of the resort Team Member Handbook and the Snowsports School Manual.
• Must maintain a safe, fun, and educational environment for learners on green terrain throughout the season.
• Work outdoors in winter weather and participate in holiday shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Guest service

PSIA/AASI Level 1

Growth mindset

English (basic)

Snowboard instruction experience

Safety awareness

Job description

Overview

Teach guests how to snowboard and enjoy the winter environment. A love of the sport and the desire to continually improve both personal riding skills and teaching ability are important.

Team Member Perks

• Free Golf and Ski Passes – Enjoy outdoor activities with free access for you and your family.
• Downhill Mountain Bike Park Pass – Complimentary access for biking enthusiasts.
• Dining Discounts – Receive 25% off at Boyne restaurants.
• Free Water Park Passes – Access to Avalanche Bay Water Park.
• Lodging Discounts – Special rates for friends and family.
• Tuition Reimbursement – Support for continuing education.
• Housing Availability – First‑come, first‑served team member housing.
• Health Insurance – Available for full‑time year‑round team members.
• AllyHealth – Access to health services for all employees.

Our Core Values: LEADS by Serving

• Long‑Term Thinking
• Excellence in Execution
• Attitude is Everything
• Develop Create People
• Serve our team members first so they can, in turn, serve our guests and community

Responsibilities

The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this classification and are not all‑inclusive of the specific position.

• Must be comfortable setting up an environment conducive to safety, fun and learning.
• Must have strong communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with students, supervisors, managers, and other team members.
• Must have a genuine desire to pass on knowledge of the sport and inspire others to enjoy it.
• Must be able to work outside in extreme and quickly changing winter weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in a physically challenging environment.
• Must be able to maintain a great guest service attitude while working with beginner students on green terrain throughout the season.
• Must have availability during holiday periods (December 26th – 31st, January 16th – 18th, February 13th – 15th).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Organize and conduct both group and private snowboard lessons for guests.
• Demonstrate and communicate proper snowboard techniques in accordance with the guidelines established by the Highlands Snowsports School and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI).
• Be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of the resort Team Member Handbook and the Snowsports School Manual.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• Must be reliable, dependable, and timely.
• PSIA/AASI Certified Level 1 status is strongly encouraged (or international equivalent).
• Must have a genuine desire to pass on knowledge of the sport and inspire others to enjoy it.
• A great guest service personality.
• A growth mindset (an openness to learning and feedback).
• Basic English language skills.
• Previous experience in snowboard instructing preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to ride for up to 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to teach snowboard lessons in harsh winter weather (cold, snow, wind, rain, sleet, ice).

Work Environment

• The instructor work environment is primarily outdoors in the winter weather. Temperature can vary greatly throughout the day and from day‑to‑day.
• Must be able to ride in snow, low visibility, powder, ice, hard pack, rain, sleet.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• The snowboard instructor position is full‑time, part‑time, peak part‑time, or temporary based on candidate availability.
• Typical work day is 8:30am – 4:30pm.
• Must be available for weekends, weekdays, and holidays.
• Some instructional programs occur in the evening after 4:30pm but never after 9:00pm.