Snowboard Instructor
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Mount Southington
Bristol, CT, US
Summary
The Snowboard Instructor leads group and private lessons for guests of all ages and skill levels while fostering a fun and supportive learning environment. They are also responsible for ensuring guest safety, enforcing mountain policies, and providing excellent customer service.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Mt Southington Ski Area Inc - Plantsville, CT, Position Type: Seasonal, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Primarily Outdoors, Job Category: Snowsports School, Position Summary
The Snowboard Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging, professional, and guest-focused ski instruction to guests of all ages and ability levels. Instructors create a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes skill development, confidence, responsible participation, and an enjoyable on-mountain experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead group and private lessons for snowboarders of all ages and skill levels
Deliver lessons using approved teaching methods and progression models
Adapt instruction to meet individual guest needs and learning styles
Foster a fun, supportive, and confidence-building environment
Promote return visits, lesson packages, and seasonal programs
Assess terrain and weather conditions before and during lessons
Follow and enforce all mountain policies, procedures and responsibility codes
Prioritize the well-being of guests and fellow team members during all lesson activities Provide excellent customer service
Assist with lesson lineup, class organization and guest check-in
Support special programs, events, and seasonal camps
Assist with other duties outside regular teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to, guest assistance, on-hill support, or other operational tasks
Complete required training as assigned by mountain leadership
Accurately record all hours worked, ensure time entries are complete, and promptly resolve any discrepancies prior to the end of each pay period
Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership
Qualifications, Requirements, and Compensation: Qualifications
Must be 16 years or older
Advanced snowboarding skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Positive, energetic and patient attitude
Prior teaching experience is a plus, but not required – we will train you
AASI certification is a plus, but not required
Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, nights, and holidays
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Ability to snowboard for extended periods of time
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including cold temperatures, snow wind, and limited visibility
Ability to walk, stand and navigate snow-covered, icy, uneven, and changing terrain, surface and subsurface conditions
Frequent bending, lifting, and assisting guests
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation: $17/hour
Benefits: Complimentary ski/ride access for the duration of employment and employee discounts on food and beverages at participating locations (subject to mountain policy)
