Snowboard Instructor - Winter Season 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 26,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free resort pass

Employee housing

Discounted onsite childcare

Accrued paid sick leave

401(k) match

Pro deals

Job summary

Schweitzer in Sandpoint, Idaho seeks a Snowboard Instructor for the winter season. Join our Ski and Ride School and help deliver safe, enjoyable lessons to guests while upholding PSIA/AASI methodologies and resort standards.

Full-time or part-time seasonal roles feature flexible schedules; beginners to advanced riders are taught, with emphasis on safety, fun, and progression. Compensation ranges from $19 to $45 per hour, depending on certification and lesson type.

Qualifications

• PSIA certifications preferred.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginner snowboard lessons, primarily to children ages 4–17.
• Provide safe, engaging lessons tailored to guest ability levels.
• Create a supportive learning environment focused on confidence and progression.
• Assess student abilities and provide constructive feedback.
• Follow safety protocols and mountain policies.
• Attend required training and professional development opportunities.

Skills

PSIA Certification

Education

Experience with Children

Job description

## Snowboard Instructor - Winter Season 26-27Apply: Sandpoint, ID: Posted Yesterday: JR130992SeasonalWelcome to Schweitzer—where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we’re growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future.Perks include:• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass• Employee housing• Discounted onsite childcare• Accrued paid sick leave• 401(k) match• Great discounts and access to pro deals• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.**Employment Status:** Full Time or Part Time Seasonal**Wage Range:** $19.00 to $45.00/hour based on certification and lesson type See wage scale for current season**Minimum Age:** 16 **Background Check Required:** Yes **Driver Verification Required:** No**Position Summary**: Snowboard InstructorSki and Ride School coaches deliver quality lessons using Ski and Ride School training materials and PSIA/AASI methodology. Instructors serve as educators and resort ambassadors while promoting safety, fun, learning, and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include teaching lessons, supporting team culture, participating in training, and contributing to overall department goals.Part-time instructors are expected to work 2-3 days a week, and full-time instructors are expected to work 4-6 days a week.**Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities**:* Teach beginner snowboard lessons, primarily to children ages 4–17* Provide safe, engaging lessons tailored to guest ability levels* Create a supportive learning environment focused on confidence and progression* Assess student abilities and provide constructive feedback* Follow all safety protocols and mountain policies* Attend required training and professional development opportunities* Assist with snow shoveling, learning area setup/teardown, lesson records, incident reports, and other assigned duties**Secondary Responsibilities**:* Shovel snow* Learning area set-up/tear-down* Complete lesson records, incident reports and other required documentation in a timely manner* Other duties as assigned**Specific Job Skills**:License/Certifications- PSIA Certifications preferredPhysical Capabilities-* Employee must be capable of skiing or snowboarding in all types of terrain in varying and sometimes hazardous snow and weather conditions at an intermediate level.* Must be capable of standing for long periods of time, in ski/ride equipment.* Must be capable of frequently or constantly balancing, reaching, squatting, bending, kneeling, stooping, handling and twisting.* May require out of the ordinary skiing or snowboarding movements in order to assist children on the mountain.* Must be capable of occasionally carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling up to 75bs.Additional-* Excellent and professional verbal communication skills are necessary* Ability to work in a team environment with a growth mindset and desire to collaborate, communicate and encourage.* Willingness to continue personal development in the realms of people skills, teaching skills and technical skills**Education/Related Experience**:Previous experience working with Children preferred. Previous experience as a ski/ride instructor preferred.**Equipment and Safety/Protective Equipment Used**:* Current and in working condition ski and/or snowboard equipment. Ski bindings required to be tested by our repair shop.* Helmets are required and can be provided at no cost.Considered by many as the best skiing in Idaho and the best family-friendly resort in the Pacific Northwest, Schweitzer ranks as one of the nation’s top winter destinations with 2,900 acres of incredible terrain thanks to two massive bowls and renowned tree skiing. Located in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of the northern Idaho panhandle, and only 80 miles from Spokane, WA, Schweitzer overlooks the town of Sandpoint, ID and offers breathtaking views of three states, Canada and the impressive Lake Pend Oreille.