Snowboard Instructor (Experienced)

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation

Utah

On-site

USD 21,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free All Access Brighton Ski Pass

Free UTA ski bus access

Discounted Brighton lift tickets for F

Access to discounted lift tickets at多

Job summary

Brighton Resort in Utah is seeking passionate snowboard instructors for seasonal work. Responsibilities include teaching private and group lessons, delivering high-quality guest experiences, and supporting ongoing instructor development.

Roles vary between full-time and part-time schedules. Mandatory training dates are provided, with compensation as an hourly wage and potential for after-school programs. This position emphasizes safety and personalized student progress.

Qualifications

Must be 18+ years old.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
Experience working with students of various ages and skill levels.
Skier or snowboarder at an intermediate level or higher.
PSIA or AASI certification is a plus but not required.
Show growth mindset and openness to feedback.
Submit a resume during the application process.

Responsibilities

Ensure safety and learning for students in lessons.
Teach students of all ages across private, group, and multi-week programs.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and guests.
Engage in ongoing instructor development and teaching tactics.
Contribute to daily operations of the SnowSports School.

Skills

18+ years old

Lift up to 50 lbs

Experience teaching diverse ages

Intermediate+ skiing or snowboarding

PSIA or AASI a plus

Growth mindset

Resume required

Job description

Overview

Manager: Bill Novak
Status: Seasonal FT or PT Applications Considered
Position Start Date: Mid November
Typical Schedule: 8:45 am – 4 pm. 1 – 5 days per week with potential evening classes depending on schedule

Turn your experience into inspiration at Brighton Resort.

Brighton is seeking passionate, experienced snowboard instructors who are dedicated to the craft of teaching and committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. We are looking for professionals who are confident leaders, skilled communicators, and fun instructors both on and off the snow.

At Brighton, you'll have the opportunity to share your expertise with a wide range of guests through private lessons, group programs, and multi-week lesson series for snowboarders of all ages and abilities. Our supportive and collaborative culture values instructor development, encourages continuous learning, and empowers instructors to deliver high-quality, personalized experiences that help students achieve their goals.

Whether you're introducing a first-time snowboarder to the sport or helping advanced snowboarders reach the next level, your experience and passion can make a lasting impact. If you take pride in your teaching, enjoy building meaningful connections with guests, and want to spend your winter sharing your love of snowboarding, we invite you to join our team and teach on Utah's legendary “Greatest Snow on Earth.”

Responsibilities

Mandatory paid training for experienced instructors will be Nov 2 1 and 2 2 snow conditions permitting. If snow conditions are not as expected at this time, the mandatory paid training will be rescheduled on Nov 21 (indoor), Dec 5 and 6.
Responsible for the safety and learning of students in lessons
Expected to teach students of all ages
Effective communication with students, parents, resort staff and guests
Engage in continuing education such as teaching tactics, sliding skills, and people skills
Other duties related to the daily operation of the SnowSports School
Ability to work outdoors in the winter mountain environment
Able to consistently work in a physically strenuous and mentally demanding position for the full operating season
Other duties as assigned.

Expectations for this position

Arrival time is 8:45 AM unless you are only teaching an afternoon or evening shift
Some weekends, holidays or powder mornings, you may need to be in the mouth of the canyon by 7:00 to be able to be at Brighton by 8:45 AM due to traffic.
In addition to paid training, instructors will need to do additional training before teaching solo.
If you are working on Saturdays and/or Sundays, you will be required to work every Saturday and/or Sunday during our multi-week programs to ensure quality and consistency with these programs.
Full-time instructors have the option to work 4-5 days a week. Those choosing a “4-day a week” schedule will also need to teach at least 2-afterschool programs a week Jan through March.
“4-day a week” full-timers, will also need to work 5 days a week in March due to accommodate the spring break guests.
Part-time instructors will need to work at least 1 day a week or more consistently on a Saturday or Sunday.
Part-time instructors will also need to teach an afterschool program from 4:30 to 6:30 once a week for 8 weeks starting in January.
Instructors are paid an hourly wage and a “student incentive” per student.
We are a commission paid ski school. At times, there may be no work due to a lack of business.
It is important to realize that work is not guaranteed every day due to the demands of business.
Instructors tend to work 4.5 to 6 hours a day.
When working, you will always need to be in Brighton uniform, with black pants, with a nametag and a helmet.
Instructors will need to use personal phone for communication purposes, view schedule, contact guests at times and approve daily timesheets.
Instructors are expected and paid to complete digital report cards for each student.
Mandatory paid training for experienced instructors will be Nov 20and 21 snow conditions permitting. If snow conditions are not as expected at this time, the mandatory paid training will be rescheduled on Dec 5 and 6.