Certified Snowboard Instructor - Winter 2022/2023
Company: Vail Mountain
Location: Reno
Posted on: June 25, 2022
Job Description:
With diverse tree-lined mountain trails, a world-class terrain
park and a vibrant village, Northstar is the perfect setting for
families and snow sports enthusiasts alike. Nestled in the Sierra
Nevada just 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe, 30 minutes from Reno and a
few hours from Napa and San Francisco, its easy to explore
everything Northern California has to offer. Join the Northstar
team and learn why Truckee, CA has been voted one of the Top 25 Ski
Towns in the World.
As of Nov. 15, 2021, Vail Resorts will be requiring all employees
across North America to be vaccinated for
COVID-19.CertifiedSnowboard InstructorFull and Part Timepositions
for AASI certified instructors are available for the Winter 2022
/2023 Season! The Instructor will provide quality snowboard
instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner
while upholding all Colorado and California Skier Safety Act
rules/regulations and Company guidelines.Responsibilities include
(but are not limited to):
- Upholding the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain
in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.
- Clearly and accurately instructing assigned levels of skiing to
students, both physically and verbally.
- Ensuring that students are matched to appropriate skier skill
level and working with supervisors/managers to make appropriate
changes when necessary.
- Assisting guests with transportation of equipment.
- Assisting guests to load and unload the chairlift.
- Communicating instructions and helping guests to their feet
during a lesson; lifting children by the vest (if applicable).
- Supervising children in class at all times; assisting at lunch
and snack times; ensuring return of children to identified
guardian.
- Assisting in operational responsibilities of Ski & Snowboard
programs including but not limited to registration process,
directing guests to appropriate equipment fitting source, upkeep of
outdoor teaching areas, and cleanliness of facilities.Requirements:
- High School or EquivalentEducation
- Attend Ski and Ride training sessions
- AASI Level 1 or higher
- Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and browser
applications; basic internet navigation
- Must be fluent in all aspects of the English language (spoken
and written)
- Must have excellent guest service skills
- Must have excellent communication skills
- Must work well in a team
- Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine
environment
- Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to
learn skills, follow and provide directions
- Must be available to work holidays and weekends
- Must be able to lift, stand, walk, stoop, kneel,crouch, and
reachfrequently.Preferred Skills:
- Experience working with guests of all ages
- Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring
- Previous ski/snowboard instructor experience
- Knowledge of local area/resort
- Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring all age
groupsSki School Testimonials Video: Reach Your Peak at Vail
Resorts.As a community of adventurers and discoverers, Vail Resorts
delivers an experience of a lifetime to our guests and our
employees. Our team is made whole by the brave, passionate
individuals who ambitiously push boundaries and challenge the
status quo. Whether youre looking for seasonal work or the career
of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.
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 442427Required
Keywords: Vail Mountain, Reno , Certified Snowboard Instructor - Winter 2022/2023, Education / Teaching , Reno, Nevada
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