Certified Ski Instructor

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! 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 40+ resorts across three continents, you can join our team 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) and free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service – our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

• Free passes for employees and discounted lift tickets for friends and family, plus free ski lessons
• Additional employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Experience the best office in the world teaching skiing and snowboarding to guests of all ages. Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructors will deliver quality instruction to groups and individuals, providing world‑class guest service in a safe and fun environment. Full‑time and part‑time positions available.

• Starting Wage: $21.00/hr – $64.34/hr (minimum base wages; instructors may earn more with additional teaching incentives)
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type:
  Part‑time hours available. For full‑time instructors, a 40‑hour workweek is not guaranteed; scheduled hours will vary with business volume.
• Minimum Age:
  At least 16 years of age
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

• Teach group and private lessons
• Work with guests of all ages and abilities
• Deliver world‑class guest service to all guests
• Create a safe, fun learning environment
• Support all ski school needs including scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, and fitting equipment
• Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers and riders
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum PSIA/AASI instructor Level 1 certification or ISIA equivalent and above
• Fluently communicate in English
• Comfortable working with guests of all ages and children aged 3 and older
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements
• Placement contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards
• Background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania required before work can begin
• Minors hired into this position are not permitted to engage in activities restricted to adult workers

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.