Snowboard Instructor 26/27 – Part Time

PSIA-AASI Western Region; Utah; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Snowbasin Resort in Utah is seeking a Snowboard Instructor to represent the resort on an interdependent team dedicated to teaching snowboard lessons, safety, and guest experience. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

You will teach groups of children, adults, or families, uphold the NSAA Responsibility Code, and participate in mandatory certification training. This role requires patience, reliability, and the ability to work outside in winter conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience and ability to work with children and families.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable, on time, and committed to working.
• Be a registered member of PSIA/AASI.
• Must be able to work outside in extreme winter conditions.
• Patience and the ability to have lots of fun, while working with individuals of all ages and ability.
• Ability to stand 6-7 hours per day.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Instruct groups of children, adults, or families for the day in activities including instruction, safety, lunch, special events, and to accept all duties as assigned by the On Snow Supervisor/ Program Manager
• Responsible for individual safety and the safety of guests
• Continue to improve personal technical skills, teaching skills, people skills and knowledge, by attending mandatory and certification training throughout the season
• Act as guardian/caretaker for children in the absence of parent/guardian
• Maintain respectful and professional environment and attitude while working with all levels of ability and making the best terrain choice for developing skills
• Understand and adhere to Ski and Ride School programs, prices, and lesson times
• Read and comply with Snowbasin Employee Handbook and Ski/Ride procedures, including safety, grooming, professional attire, time management, and behavior standards.
• Comprehend and act in compliance with information provided by department including Ski and Ride School bulletin boards, daily am huddle, weekly messages, and required monthly team meetings
• Supply personal ski and board equipment, and maintains it in a safe, functional, appropriate, and professional condition
• Provide a welcoming and safe environment for all guest to encourage enjoyment, progression, and learning
• We are a company that works together and throughout the season you may be asked to assist in other departments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Experience with children and families

Excellent verbal and written comms

PSIA/AASI registered

Punctual and reliable

Winter conditions outdoor work

Job description

As a Snowboard Instructor you will serve as a professional representative of Snowbasin Resort on an interdependent team dedicated to creating the best possible environment for teaching snowboard lessons. Service is our product and helping guests have a wonderful and safe experience is a primary focus. Safety, fun, and learning are daily tasks in this position. Snowbasin is a PSIA/AASI school with certified staff.

Full-time and part- time positions are available

What will you be doing?

• Understand and teach the NSAA Responsibility Code
• Instruct groups of children, adults, or families for the day in a variety of activities including instruction, safety, lunch, special events, and to accept all duties as assigned by the On Snow Supervisor/ Program Manager
• Responsible for individual safety and the safety of guests
• Continue to improve personal technical skills, teaching skills, people skills and knowledge, by attending mandatory and certification training throughout the season
• Act as guardian/caretaker for children in the absence of parent/guardian
• Maintain respectful and professional environment and attitude while working with all levels of ability and making the best terrain choice for developing skills
• Understand and adhere to Ski and Ride School programs, prices, and lesson times
• Read and comply with Snowbasin Employee Handbook and Ski/Ride procedures, including safety, grooming, professional attire, time management, and behavior standards.
• Comprehend and act in compliance with information provided by department including Ski and Ride School bulletin boards, daily am huddle, weekly messages, and required monthly team meetings
• Supply personal ski and board equipment, and maintains it in a safe, functional, appropriate, and professional condition
• Provide a welcoming and safe environment for all guest to encourage enjoyment, progression, and learning
• We are a company that works together and throughout the season you may be asked to assist in other departments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

What do you need to be able to do the job?

• Experience and ability to work with children and families
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable, on time, and committed to working
• Be a registered member of PSIA/AASI
• Must be able to work outside in extreme and quickly changing winter mountain conditions
• Patience and the ability to have lots of fun, while working with individuals of all ages and ability
• Ability to stand 6-7 hours per day
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds
• Propensity to quickly react to complex and urgent circumstances
• Ability to navigate Snowbasin Resort (base and slopes) in large crowds
• Reliable transportation to Snowbasin Resort

What will make you stand out?

Current PSIA/AASI certified Level I, 2, or 3