Non-Certified Ski Instructor

Non-Certified Ski Instructor

Location:

Hastings, MN, US

Job Summary: Experience the best office in the world teaching snow sports to guests of all ages. Instructors will deliver quality ski instruction to groups and individuals, providing world‑class guest service in a safe and fun environment.

• Ski/Mountain perks – free passes for employees, discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons
• Additional discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral program

• Starting wage: $20.00/hr (pay range reflects minimum base wages; instructors may have opportunities to earn more with additional teaching incentives)
• Employment type:
  
  Winter seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift type:
  Part‑time hours available; full‑time instructors do not have a guaranteed 40‑hour workweek. Scheduled hours will vary depending on business volume.
• Minimum age: 16 years
• Housing availability:
  No

• Teach group and private lessons
• Work with guests of all ages, with a focus on children
• Deliver world‑class guest service
• Create a safe and fun learning environment
• Support all needs of the snow sports school, including scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, and fitting equipment
• Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Comfortable and competent skiing on groomed blue terrain
• Willingness to work with guests of all ages, with a strong level of comfort with children aged 3 and older
• Fluency in English
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements
• Comfortable being in ski boots for extended periods of time
• Placement as an instructor contingent upon successful completion of training and meeting minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards

Submission of a parental consent form upon hire, along with other applicable documents required by state law (e.g., work permit, physician's note, proof of birthdate).

EEO Statement: 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.