Certified Ski Instructor

Certified Ski Instructor Experience the best office in the world teaching skiing and snowboarding to guests of all ages. Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructors will deliver quality instruction to groups and individuals, providing world‑class guest service in a safe and fun environment. Full and Part Time positions available. Job Specifications Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $64.34/hr Pay range reflects minimum base wages; instructors may have opportunities to earn more with additional teaching incentives. Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. Shift Type: Part Time hours available. For Full‑Time Instructors, a 40‑hour workweek is not guaranteed. Scheduled hours will vary depending on business volume. Minimum Age: At least 16 years of age. Housing Availability: No. Employee Benefits Free passes for employees; employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family; free ski lessons. Other employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles. 401(k) Retirement Plan. Employee Assistance Program. Excellent training and professional development. Referral Program. Job Responsibilities Teach group and private lessons. Work with guests of all ages and abilities. Deliver world‑class guest service to all guests. Create a safe and fun learning environment. Support all ski school needs inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment. Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers and riders. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Minimum PSIA/AASI instructor Level 1 certification or ISIA equivalent and above. Fluent in English. Comfortable working with guests of all ages, including children aged 3 and older. Willing to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements. Placement contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards. The expected pay range is $21.00/hr - $64.34/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers. Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Requisition ID 514643 Reference Date: 05/07/2026 Job Code Function: Ski/Snow School #J-18808-Ljbffr