Ski / Snowboard Instructor

The Hermitage Club is seeking passionate and dedicated Ski/Snowboard Instructors to join its Snowsports Team. This role shares a passion for skiing and snowboarding with Members and Guests while delivering high-quality instruction to individuals and groups. It fosters a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment that encourages growth and enthusiasm for snowsports. Whether new to teaching or experienced, Instructors play a vital role in supporting member engagement and inspiring a lifelong interest in skiing and snowboarding, with comprehensive training provided to support success.

• Mountain Yeti's Seasonal Program for ages 3-6
• Mountain Explorers Seasonal Program for ages 7-12
• Daily Private and Group Lessons for all ages and abilities
• Adaptive Private Lessons

Pay Rates:

• $18.00/hr- Non-Certified

• $22.00/hr - Level 1
• $35.00/hr - Level 2
• $50.00/hr - Level 3
• $55.00/hr - PSIA-AASI Development Teams
• $60.00/hr - PSIA-AASI Examiner
• + Additional base rate incentives for specialist certifications and multi-discipline certified instructors
• + 15% Auto-Gratuity for all lessons

Paid Training and Certification Reimbursement:

• Paid training offered at $20/hr.
• Reimbursement programs for attaining new certifications, attending required prerequisites, and required CEU update events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with check-in process and group assignment at line-up
• Provide personalized, customer-centered instruction to skiers/riders of all levels, ensuring a positive and enjoyable experience
• Adapt communication styles to suit student age, skill level, and comprehension, using clear language and demonstrations.
• Modify teaching methods and lesson plans based on varying student progress, skill levels, weather conditions, and terrain challenges to keep instruction effective.
• Clearly and accurately provide instruction for assigned teaching levels, using both physical demonstrations and verbal communication.
• Act as a positive, professional role model, adhering to the club’s hospitality standards.
• Support overall member experience through responsiveness, professionalism, and program knowledge

Safety & Supervision

• Required to comply with and adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by The Hermitage Club.
• Be responsible for the supervision and care of students throughout the entire lesson
• Ensuring release of students in accordance with policies and procedures
• Promote and maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
• Monitor and attend to students’ physical and emotional needs throughout the day.
• Maintain positive, informative, and courteous communication with members, guests, and fellow staff.

• Work collaboratively with Snowsports Management Team
• Represent the Snowsports team professionally and contribute to a supportive, team-oriented culture.
• Participate in required training sessions and on-the-job development opportunities.
• Willingness to guide and develop Junior Instructors