Snowsports Ski Instructor Certified

Position: SNOWSPORTS SKI INSTRUCTOR CERTIFIED
SUMMARY:

Provide a quality learning experience for students of all abilities to learn to ski and safely enjoy the mountain environment.

PRIMARY

JOB DUTIES:

Teach lessons in a positive, safe, fun, and professional manner.

Demonstrate contemporary and appropriate skiing skills to children and adults.

Convey knowledge of PSIA methodology and technology to students, understanding the general concepts of the Learning Connection to a depth applicable to teaching/ certification level.

Provide area and community information to guests.

Accurately maintain timely and legible documentation for teaching hours, attendance cards, progress cards, incident and risk management information and other documentation as directed by management.

Attend required meetings and training seminars.

Work collaboratively with fellow employees and independently with groups of students.

Maintain a clean and orderly personal space in the locker room.

EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:

Demonstrate good judgment and maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude throughout the  reliable, punctual, and dependable; adhere to a consistent schedule, including holidays.

Set up and maintain an environment that prioritizes safety, fun, and learning.

Communicate clearly and professionally with parents, children, supervisors, and coworkers.

Display a genuine desire to share knowledge of the sport and inspire others to enjoy it.

Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of all protected information.

Follow operational procedures with attention to detail and accuracy.

Understand and comply with Bridger Bowl Policies and Procedures.

Contribute to Bridger Bowl's sustainability goals through daily practices.

SUPERVISION:

Supervision Given:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision Received:
Works under the supervision of the Snow sports coordinators and supervisors. Receive assignments as directed, with clear expectations, available guidance, and periodic performance reviews as needed or during check-ins.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - SEASONALFree Employee Season Ski Pass Montana Ski Area Association (MSAA) – free day tickets

Intermountain Ski Area Association (ISAA) – ½ price day tickets

Free day pass to Crosscut Mountain Sports Center Aflac Accidental Insurance coverage while employed

Sick leave based on hours worked

Local Bozeman Ski Shop discounts

Bridger Bowl employee discounts on food, lessons, rentals, and retail purchases.

Employee Ski Day

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current certification from PSIA or International Equivalent Required.

The ability to ski from assigned stations to the base area while demonstrating maneuvers to students throughout the duration of a lesson for up to 6 hours per day.

Experience providing excellent customer service.

Ability to communicate clear instructions and safety information to students.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Regularly working in quickly changing winter weather conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces.

Work physically near others throughout the shift.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of  capable of lifting and carrying 40 lbs.

Learning new tasks, remembering processes, maintaining focus, communicating effectively with coworkers and visitors, and the ability to complete tasks independently and efficiently under pressure.

Instructors need to be adaptable with their teaching methods to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of individual students, demonstrating patience and understanding when working with varying skill levels.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Everyone is welcome to apply for this position, but applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and Bridger Bowl does not currently provide visa sponsor ships.

Successful candidates must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines and directions to prevent accidents…