Ski Instructor
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Alterra Mountain Company
VT
Summary
Instructors will deliver skiing lessons to guests of all ages and ability levels in a safe and engaging environment. They are also responsible for supporting snow school operations, including registration, lesson area setup, and lift operations.
Job Description
Seasonal
At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES.
BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type).
- Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resorts
- Free or discounted multi-resort dependent season passes
- Free or discounted IKON pass
- Discounted golf & fitness center memberships
- Employee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programs
- Retail + F&B discounts
- Friends & family tickets
- Onsite medical clinic
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, HSAs, & FSAs
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Discounted tuition plan
- Paid parental leave
- Paid sick time, FTO, Vacation
Additional perks & benefits for year round employees
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for enthusiastic, outgoing individuals who are passionate about snow sports and love helping others learn. In this role, instructors will deliver lessons to beginner, intermediate, and advanced guests of all ages in a safe, fun, and professional environment. Full Time and Part Time seasonal positions available. Scheduled hours will vary depending on business volume. Starting wage of $20.00/hour, increased hourly wages with certifications.
Recruitment for this role will be ongoing through December.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Teach skiing at all ability levels
- Ensure a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
- Deliver lessons through group, private, and seasonal programs
- Participate in instructor training and professional development
- Assist with lesson area setup and surface lift operations
- Support Snow School operations: registration, lunch, and carpet zones
- Communicate clearly with guests, guardians, and team members
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Skiing or riding experience (required)
- Actively pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent, required
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Certification a plus, but not mandatory
- Teaching experience preferred (in Snowsports or other fields)
- Strong social and verbal communication and customer service skills
- Complete a 4-day in-person new hire training clinic hosted by Snowsports School
- Must be available on the following key dates: Dec. 27 – 31; Jan 16-17; Feb 13-14; Full time Feb 16-19
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
This position will be required to weekends and holidays.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
About Alterra Mountain Company
Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s leading heli-skiing operations, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 60 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, the company has brought together some of the world’s most aspirational brands, including: Steamboat, Winter Park and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Stratton Mountain and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Schweitzer in Idaho; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures and Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing in British Columbia. Also included in the portfolio are Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada, Aspenware, the ski industry leader in technology services and e-commerce, and Ski Butlers, the global leader in ski and snowboard rental delivery. For more information, please visit www.alterramtn.co.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Ski Resort
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Denver, Colorado
About Alterra Mountain Company
Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s leading heli-skiing operations, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 60 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, the company has brought together some of the world’s most aspirational brands, including: Steamboat, Winter Park and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Stratton Mountain and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Schweitzer in Idaho; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures and Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing in British Columbia. Also included in the portfolio are Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada, Aspenware, the ski industry leader in technology services and e-commerce, and Ski Butlers, the global leader in ski and snowboard rental delivery. For more information, please visit www.alterramtn.co.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Ski Resort
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Denver, Colorado