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Whether you’re here for a season or a lifetime, A-Basin is a place where dedicated and hard-working employees have a chance to shine!\nWe are not your typical big-box resort, and that’s what makes the vibe here so awesome - we know you by name. The number-one reason our employees continue to work here is their incredible coworkers. Apply now to be part of The Legend!\nPerks & Benefits:\nFree season pass to Arapahoe Basin and all Alterra Resorts\nDiscounted friends & family tickets\nDiscounted Ikon Pass for all eligible employees*\nMedical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave, and more for eligible employees*\n401(k) plan with generous company match\nSki Area discounts for Rentals, Retail, Silverthorne Rec. Center, and our food and beverage outlets\nDiscounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more\nFinancial assistance and mental health resourcesthrough TELUS\n*Check out more of our perks and benefits here! (Scroll down to the “Caring for You” section)\nPOSITION SUMMARY:\nAt the Arapahoe Basin Ski and Ride School, we like to have fun while doing great workand hope to instill a love of snow sports in every guest we meet. Likewise, we want all ofour instructors to have rewarding careers working alongside people they can trust and respect.\nAs an Instructor at A-Basin, you will teach skiing/snowboarding to adults, children, and families in a high-energy and high-alpine environment. While doing so, you aspire to nurture a love of snow sports and create a day worth repeating. Our instructors teach group lessons, private lessons, and an 8-week program.\nIf you are passionate about skiing or snowboarding and want to share that passion with others in one of the most beautiful places on Earth, A-Basin is the place for you!Part timecommitments start at 20 daysa season. The estimated start date for this position is December 5, 2026. More scheduling details during the interview!\nWAGE:\nThe base hourly pay range below representsthe low and high end of Arapahoe Basin’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, and responsibilities. The range listed is just one componentof Arapahoe Basin’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.\nSki andRide instructors are eligible for a staging program that relates to applicable pay based on experience. See below for specific details.\nHourly pay range: $20.50 - $35.25/hour\nESSENTIAL DUTIES:\nIntroduce guests to snow sports and A-Basin’s culture\n\nCreate a safe and fun learning atmosphere while providing excellent customer service to create a day worth repeatingfor A-Basin’s guests\n\nAccurately describe and demonstratehow to ski and/or snowboard while adapting to the specific skill level of any individual guest\n\nWork with kids, adults, and families to nurture a love of the sport\n\nUnderstand, adhere to, and educate guests on the Responsibility Code and Skier Safety Act\n\nCommunicate with others in an honest, accountable, transparent, and respectful manner\n\nTake ownership of and maintaina specific work schedule\n\nMake an ongoing effort to improve personal skiing and riding\n\nFollow all department sustainability guidelines as expected\n\nPerform other duties as assigned\n\nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:\nPreviouscustomer service, teaching, coaching, or other related experience - preferred\n\nExcellent communication and customer service skills\n\nStrong interpersonal and problem-solving skills\n\nAbility to multitask and work independently without supervision\n\nMust be minimum of 17 yearsold\n\nMust be available on weekends and holidays\n\nMust provide own ski or snowboard equipment and other necessary gear to work outside in a high-alpine, snowy, and cold environment\n\nThis position requires successful completion of a background check\n\nEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:\nPSIA or AASI certification - preferred\n\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to ski, ride, walk, kneel, crawl, carry, reach, stand, stoop, squat, and lift equipment or students up to 35 lbs. while actively teaching and coaching\n\nAbility to withstand a high-altitude environment at all times\n\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWORKING CONDITIONS:\nThis position will spend most of the time outside in a high-altitude, high-alpine, and snowy environment. Instructors usually wear ski/snowboard equipment for the duration of their shift and are on their feet interacting with customers most of the day. Riding a chairlift is requiredfor this role.\n\n______________________________________________________________\nSki and Ride School Instructor Staging Program:\nInstructors at A-Basin are eligible for a staging program that starts when hired and continues into employment.\nCompensation: an entry wage of $20.00/hour, increased based on current PSIA-AASI certifications\n\no PSIA-AASI Level 1 $21.00/hour\no PSIA-AASI Level 2 and Children’s Specialist 1 $22.00/hour\no PSIA-AASI Level 2 and Children’s Specialist 2 $22.75/hour\no PSIA-AASI Level 3 $23.50/hour\nAdditions to the entry-level wage for inexperienced pros will consider prior experience teaching snow sports, outdoor education, and other teaching or guiding experience\n\nAn in-house training exists to verify instructors to act as Ski and Ride School Leads on specific days. This would be a paid activity at an increased rate and would encompass heightened responsibilities. Inquire with SRS management for details.\n\nFurther staging guidelines are available upon request and will be provided upon starting work.\n\nThis job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Arapahoe Basin and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.\nApplication Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Arapahoe Basin positions accept applications for a minimum of 3 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.\nArapahoe Basin is an equal opportunity employer and maintains drug-free workplaces. 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