Job Specifications
Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $64.34/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
Job Responsibilities
Teach group and private lessons
Work with guests of all ages and abilities.
Deliver world class guest service to all guests
Create a safe and fun learning environment
Support all ski school needs inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment
Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers and riders
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Minimum PSIA/AASI instructor Level 1 certification or ISIA equivalent and above
Must be able to communicate fluently in English
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 willing to work weekends/holidays and meet minimum scheduling requirements.
Placement as an instructor is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards.
The expected pay range is $21.00/hr - $64.34/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.
