Winter Adaptive Snowsports Instructor

Hiring for the 2026/27 Winter Season (November 16, 2026 – April 26, 2027), with opportunities for interested staff to continue into summer employment. To learn more or apply, contact cleonard.

Access Mammoth (formerly Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra) seeks qualified full and part-time Adaptive Ski/Snowboard Instructors for the 2026/27 winter season! Adaptive Instructors teach all disciplines of adaptive lessons, assist with volunteer instructor training and operate in a mentor capacity for our volunteers.

Both full and part-time positions start early November 2026 and last through late April 2027. Working as an Adaptive Instructor is fun, challenging, and incredibly rewarding. If you want to make a difference in people’s lives, please read on!

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching skiing and/or snowboarding to the general public as well as experience working with individuals with disabilities. While the majority of time will be spent on Alpine equipment, snowboard experience/certification is a plus. A minimum of PSIA or AASI Level 1 certification(s) are highly preferred; please apply even if you do not have these so we can talk about options that may work.

Candidates must be willing to take a background screen and complete Safe Sport training.

• A commitment to Access Mammoth’s mission and values
• Highly motivated to work in an inclusive environment providing services for people with disabilities
• Self-starter and problem solver
• Strong communication skills with a variety of audiences and ability to adapt to the guest
• A flexible, patient, and curious demeanor
• Comfortable teaching a variety of skill levels on alpine skis (mandatory) as well as beginning levels of snowboarding (preferred)

• Experience working with non-profit organizations and volunteers appreciated
• Experience working with people with disabilities preferred
• Ability and experience teaching skiing and snowboarding preferred
• Basic first aid and CPR certification preferred
• PSIA/AASI Alpine/Adaptive/Snowboard Level 1 or higher preferred; pay is certification based and subject to PSIA/AASI status
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record preferred
• Experience driving a passenger truck preferred
• Experienced in basic ski maintenance preferred

• Ability to work in a physically demanding winter environment teaching in all conditions
• Comfortable being physically active for up to six hours daily, often in extreme winter conditions
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs in full winter ski gear

• Instruct adaptive lessons daily and facilitate outdoor recreation experiences
• Maintain adaptive equipment in good working order
• Maintain equipment and parts inventories
• Assist in coordinating program logistics and supplies for lessons and multi-day camps
• Assist staff in administrative tasks including volunteer and athlete outreach, daily lesson scheduling, program planning, and volunteer management, and office coverage
• Partner with and mentor volunteers if appropriate

• Ski pass to Mammoth Mountain and June Mountain
• Discount on food in cafeteria while working
• Equipment stipend
• Housing is available to full-time staff at reasonable rates
• 401(k) with competitive match available after full season
• Two paid holidays for full time instructors
• Training in techniques for coaching and supporting athletes with disabilities
• Opportunity to gain relevant instructor certifications
• End of season bonus for season employees who meet the schedule commitment

Position Title:

Winter Adaptive Instructor

Reports to:

Program Supervisors

Status:
Full/Part Time Winter Seasonal

Compensation: $20 to $35 /hour, depending on experience/certifications; must be current with PSIA/AASI to receive certification-based pay.

Supervises:
None

Start Date:

November 16, 2026

Seasonal Commitment:
November 16, 2026 – April 26, 2027