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 3 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) 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
[https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US]
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 Time hours 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