Lead Child Care Attendant

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

•    Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
•    MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
•    401(k) Retirement Plan 
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Excellent training and professional development
•    Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary: 
As the Heavenly Summer Day Camp Team Lead, your role is to provide Epic guest service as you supervise and lead your staff in guiding children aged 5-12 through adventures in Tubing, Gemstone Panning, our Ridge Rider Coaster and other amazing summer activities. The Summer Camp Team Lead will assist in supervising all aspects of daily operations with an emphasis on safety, guest service, and efficient operation of all Summer Activities.

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $24.69/hr 

• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026 

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 

• Housing Availability: Yes 

Job  Responsibilities:

• Be a Leader:  Supervise the activities team in adherence to service standards. Maintain a safe work area, efficiently performing daily operating procedures, managing staffing levels, adapting to changing business needs and providing timely breaks.
• Have Fun: Provide experiences of a lifetime to our guests and fellow staff members. Reward and recognize your staff and proactively work to keep the team energy high all season.
• Be Safe: Work with maintenance team to ensure a high level of safety and efficient operation of activities. Always ensure the safety of guests and employees.
• Serve Others: Make personal and long-lasting connections with your fellow employees and guests. Engage with our guests and receive guest feedback and special requests.
• Do Right: Act with integrity – always do the right thing, knowing it will lead to the right outcome. Proactively communicate with Activities Managers to drive improvements in the department. Set clear expectations with your employees and coach them respectfully to ensure their success.
• Drive Value: Be a positive advocate for Heavenly and the high-quality experience and service we provide. Adapt staffing levels to changing business levels. Provide timely breaks and monitor staff rotations. Adhere to an operations plan that supports the budget and controls costs while ensuring a quality guest experience.
• Do Good: Help keep our mountain clean and looking good. Help our guests enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to converse clearly and comfortably with a variety of guests and staff.
• Experience working in camps, youth programs, recreation, or related child-centered settings.
• Ability to carry heavy loads and work on hilly or uneven terrain.
• Ability to perform a variety of outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions.
• Basic computer skills and excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License & Satisfactory Driving Record (in accordance with VR Drivers Policy 

Preferred Qualifications:

• First Aid/CPR Certification,  or willing to obtain upon hire – preferred.
• Prior experience in a camp leadership role.
• Delivering a supportive team environment.
• Familiarity with Heavenly Mountain Resort preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong teamwork abilities.
• High level of alertness and situational awareness.
• Patience, compassion, and a child-centered approach.
• Effective communication skills.
• Physical stamina required for sustained outdoor activity.
• Outdoor environment with regular exposure to varied weather conditions.

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $24.69/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

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  514959
Reference Date: 05/21/2026 
Job Code Function: Children's Center