Non-Certified Snowboard Instructor

Calling all blue+ level skiers – now hiring instructors for the 2026/27 season!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re‑discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With over 40 resorts across three continents, you can join us for a season or stay to build a career. From day one you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es), free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, access to Epic Service training and development, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications are accepted until December 15 or until the positions are filled, whichever comes first.

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

• Starting Wage: $20.00 /hr (minimum base wage; additional teaching incentives available)
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type:
  Part‑time hours available; full‑time instructors will have variable hours depending on business volume
• Minimum Age: 16 years
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

• Free employee ski/mountain passes and discounted lift tickets for friends and family; 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

• 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: scanning, operating surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment
• Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Comfortable and competent skiing on groomed blue terrain
• Willingness to work with guests of all ages and be comfortable with children aged 3 and older
• Fluently communicate in English
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements
• Comfortable wearing ski boots for extended periods
• Placement contingent upon successful completion of training and meeting minimum skill, guest service and safety standards

As a non‑certified ski instructor, you may work across multiple departments to support the one‑resort mentality, including lift experience, mountain activities, food & beverage support, base area operations, and retail rental operations.

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

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.

Requisition
Reference Date: 05/07/2026
Job Code Function:
Ski/Snow School
Nearest Major Market:
Albany