Non-Certified Snowboard Instructor
Job Location:
Ludlow, MA - USA
Hourly Salary:
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Job Summary
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
Come work and play in the mountains! Whether its 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 3 continents you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one youll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry free pass(es) along with 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.
Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).
Employee Benefits
Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
MORE employee discounts on lodging food gear and mountain shuttles
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development
Referral Program
To Learn More please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary
Job Summary:
Experience the best office in the world teaching Snowsports to guests of all ages. Instructors will deliver quality snowboard instruction to groups and individuals providing world-class guest service in a safe and fun environment.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $20/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 Timehours available
- Minimum Age: At least 16 years of age
- Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities:
- 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: inclusive of scanning running surface lifts facilitating lunch fitting equipment
- Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong snowboarders
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Must be comfortable and competent snowboarding on groomed blue terrain
- Must be willing to work with guests of all ages and have a strong level of comfort with children aged 3 and older
- Must be able to communicate fluently in English
- Strong communication skills
- Must be willing to work weekends/Holidays
- Must be comfortable being in snowboard boots for extended period of time
The expected pay range is$20/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
In completing this application and when submitting related documentation applicants may redact information that identifies their age date of birth and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We follow all federal state and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any 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.
Requisition ID 514730
Reference Date:05/07/2026
Job Code Function:Ski & Ride School
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Receive $20/hr. starting wage and perks/benefits that allow you to discover a passion for the outdoors. With 40+ resorts, you can join for a season or stay for a career.
