Non-Certified Ski Instructor

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.

• 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:
  Full Time and Part Time hours available. For Full‑Time Instructors, a 40‑hour workweek is not guaranteed; scheduled hours will vary depending on business volume.
• Minimum Age:
  At least 16 years of age
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Comfortable and competent skiing on groomed blue terrain.
• Willing to work with guests of all ages and have strong comfort level with children aged 3 and older.
• Fluently communicate in English.
• Willing to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements.
• Comfortable being in ski boots for extended periods of time.
• Placement as an instructor is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards.
• As a Non‑Certified Ski Instructor, ability to work across multiple departments and roles to support the one‑resort mentality, which may include lift experience, mountain activities, food and 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 such as a work permit, physician's note, and/or proof of birthdate.

• Free passes for employees.
• Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and 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.

Final date to receive applications:
December 15, 2026.

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.