Ski Instructor

At Bear Valley Resort we are looking to build our team with a group of like-minded outdoor enthusiasts. Our goal is to enrich our organization with unique and self-motivated individuals that are ready to bring their independent thoughts, initiative and action to achieve a common goal of servicing and inspiring people that visit Bear Valley. We believe the key to our success in providing a signature experience is a dynamic, fun-loving, cohesive and collaborative team!

Job Overview

Our Ski Instructors serve as a professional representative of Skyline Bear Valley Resort.

He/She will be a member of an interdependent team dedicated to creating the best possible environment for taking and teaching a ski lesson.

Responsibilities:

• Teach lessons from beginners through intermediate to advanced students ranging in age from 4 and up
• Display patience and good communication skills while teaching
• Teach a variety of age groups with professionalism
• Perform work in other departments before/after lessons begin (POS, Rentals, Lift Ops, etc.)
• Attend teaching/ability clinics when available
• Adhere to all Bear Valley Mountain policies and procedures
• Be a positive role model for all students, while representing the snow sports school in a professional manner
• Model behavior consistent with the company Code of Conduct
• Set goals and a plan for self improvement and continual education, PSIA model
• Attend scheduled staff meetings
• Assist with on mountain special events when available
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Competencies:

• Level 1 PSIA/AASI certification a plus
• Ability to interact with guests on a professional level
• Work in extreme winter weather conditions
• Must provide own ski/snowboard equipment
• Must be an intermediate to advanced skier or snowboarder
• Positive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Thrives in a challenging work environment
• Proven ability to work with a minimum of supervision, think quickly and take initiative to address problems in a creative manner that contributes to the team effort and guest experience
• Ability and desire to learn and strive for the highest teaching standards
• Knowledge and practice of The Code, as developed through NSAA

Part-Time and Full-Time Positions available.