Instructor - Junior - Age 14-17 - Part Time - Alpine

Find your line at Mt. Hood Meadows, where we turn passion into purpose by delivering unforgettable experiences in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning mountain settings. We believe in creating moments that matter — for our guests, for each other, and for the community.  Apply today and join a team that fully embodies the mountain lifestyle.

Position Overview

At Mt. Hood Meadows, being a Junior Ski Instructor is about sharing your love of the mountain and helping young guests discover the fun of skiing and snowboarding. You’ll be part of the Meadows Learning Center team, helping create a safe, welcoming, and positive experience for children while developing your own skills as a skier or rider and future instructor.

Junior Instructors work alongside experienced instructors to support youth lessons both indoors and on the mountain. From helping with lessons and lesson check-in to assisting with equipment, lunch, and end-of-day activities, you’ll play an important role in making each child’s day at the mountain fun, organized, and memorable.

If you’re 14–17, love being on the mountain, enjoy working with kids, and want to build your skills while gaining valuable work experience, this is a great opportunity to become part of the Meadows Learning Center team and start your journey in snowsports instruction.

Please note: Junior Instructor positions are highly competitive, with a limited number of openings available each season.

This is a part-time, seasonal position

Qualifications & Experience 

• 14 to 17 years of age 
• Successful completion of prerequisite on-line PSIA-AASI E-Learning Courses 
• Minimum ability to ski and/or snowboard safely, linking round turns on intermediate (blue) groomed terrain at Mt. Hood Meadows 
• Passion for teaching and the mountain environment 
• Strong communication and guest services skills 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions while maintaining a positive attitude 
• Must have sufficient sight, speech and hearing abilities to learn skills, follow and provide directions and instruction to guests 
• Basic web-based Internet browser navigation skills 
• Ability to read and reply to email communications in a professional and timely manner 
• Must provide own equipment (e.g. skis, snowboard, ski/snowboard boots, ski poles, gloves, goggles, thermal layers, etc.) 
• Ability to work a minimum of 18 teaching days per season including weekends and school holidays between late-December and mid-April
• Those 18 years of age or older must submit to a background check to work with minors 
• Upon successful completion of Mt. Hood Meadows Learning Center training and observed demonstration of ability during a lesson, current Junior Instructors who are at least 16 years of age may be eligible for Instructor – Non-Certified position 

Preferred Qualifications & Experience 

• Prior experience in a fast paced, guest-facing position 
• Prior experience working with children in an educational or athletic setting 

Compensation:

• Starting Wage: $17.25 hourly

Perks:

• Year-Round Housing Rentals. Subject to Availability
• Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents
• Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
• Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
• Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
• Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
• Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
• Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
• Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
• Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
• Access to Team Wellness Programs
• Team Appreciation Events/Dinners 
• Click here to learn more about our team member perks

Videos:

• Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel

MHM is dedicated to fostering a consistent and enduring effort to create a welcoming and respectful environment for our team, guests, and community. Our hiring and recruitment efforts are designed to be equitable and accessible, and we actively seek ways to broaden participation in Snowsports for groups who have historically faced barriers. 

If you need assistance with the application process, please reach out to us at [email protected] — we're happy to help.