About the role
Seasonal JOB TITLE:
Certified
Ski &
Ride
Instructor
Level IV
DIVISION
Ski and Ride School
REPORTS TO
Ski and Ride Supervisor
LOCATION
Ski & Ride School building /
On-mountain
CLASSIFICATION
Full-Time / Part-Time / Peak Part Time
/ Seasonal
PAY RANGE
Starting at $3 3.99
per hour
POSITION
Solitude is
- seeking
- passionate
- and confident
- experienced
- ski
- &
- ride instructors for our
- upcoming
- winter
- sea s on . This position involves
- teaching individuals and groups
- new skills and techniques to help improve their skiing ability.
Certified I
- nstructors provide participating guests
- with a lpine skiing or
- s nowboarding lessons emphasizing safety, fun, and learning.
In addition to
- an
- hourly
- base rate , this role is eligible for incentives
- that
- can
- substantially increase
- take home pay .
Instructors who
- hold
- certification s
- through PSIA/AASI
- (or equivalent international body)
- earn greater
- hourly rate s
- and
- increased
- work opportunities.
- We offer exam reimbursement for instructors who achieve higher certification within the season.
REQUIREMENTS FOR LEVEL IV INSTRUCTOR
- Starting at $3 3.99
- per hour
- Current PSIA/AASI Trainers Accreditation, Education Staff Member or equivalent
- Strong understanding of the educational concepts
- relative
- to teaching first
- timers
- through advanced/expert students.
- Capable of dynamic, high-level performance on double black diamond and extreme terrain, as well as
- basic
- freestyle
- in
- and outside
- of
- terrain
- park settings
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Expected to mentor and train other staff members, actively drive business, and grow and
- retain
- a base of returning clients.
- Lead and coordinate quality and engaging training on technical skills, teaching skills, and
- people
skills in alignment with the PSIA-AASI national standards
.
Own and
- maintain
- contemporary skiing or snowboarding equipment
- including a helmet .
Attend all required training
including orientations , on
snow instructor training, and online modules assigned through workday
.
Be aware of scheduled shifts and
maintain
good attendance for all work assignments
.
Communicate proactively with direct supervisors, administrators, and leadership team
.
Be
aware of and follow all
resort and department
policies / procedures .
Provide participating guests with lesson experience s
that consistently
exceed
expectations .
Identify
- and
- facilitate
- guests'
- needs through observation and communication.
Work with counterparts on
team
to address guest experience issues.
Seek out and
- participate
- in educational
- opportunities
- that
- enhance
- your product .
- Be a positive and professional ambassador of Solitude
- and
Ski & Ride School
.
Maintain a professional appearance and posture at all times
.
Maintain
accurate
class lists daily.
Maintain
accurate
training clinic attendance
Maintain
accurate
timekeeping for work assignments.
Complete other department tasks as assigned
.
Exceptional communication skills
- & organizational
- abilities.
- Strong leadership presence and impact.
Perks of Working Here: Work & Play in the Mountains:
Embrace the stunning Wasatch Mountains.
Connect with fellow mountain enthusiasts.
Benefits:
Access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations.
Free Solitude season pass for you and eligible dependents.
Discounts on solitude lift tickets for friends and family.
Discounts on food, rentals, retail, and lessons.
Other Perks:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
Pro deals with outdoor brands.
Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
Free counseling service through Employee Assistance Program.