Freelance Adaptive Ski Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

•    Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
•    MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
•    401(k) Retirement Plan 
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Excellent training and professional development
•    Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary:
The Assistant Manager of Ski and Ride School is a key operational leader responsible for supporting the daily execution and quality of ski and snowboard programming. This role includes oversight of scheduling, staffing, inventory management, and guest experience. The Assistant Manager reports to and works closely with the Ski and Ride School Managers and other leadership to ensure smooth operations, accurate labor management, and high-quality lesson delivery.

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $27.00 - $32.14 
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: No  

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of assigned programming, ensuring lesson quality and guest satisfaction.
• Manage scheduling and staffing to meet business demand and financial goals.
• Supervise support staff and team leads in lesson support, check-in, and check-out processes.
• Maintain and improve indoor and outdoor facilities including base areas and learning zones.
• Collaborate with Product Sales & Services to ensure appropriate instructor assignments.
• Provide coaching and development for instructors and support staff.
• Resolve guest concerns and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Uphold safety standards and company policies.
• Stay current in the industry and participate in PSIA/AASI events.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements:

• Strong communication, leadership skills and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and RPOS
• Minimum of two years working full-time at a ski resort
• Leadership development and team collaboration
• Ability to work in inclement weather and flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
• Preferred Requirements:
• PSIA/AASI Level 1 or higher certification
• Children Specialist or Adaptive certifications
• College degree in education or related field
• Experience supervising in a ski and ride school setting
• 1 Year of inventory or scheduling management experience

The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances, click here. 

The expected pay range is $27.00 - $32.14. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

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  516189
Reference Date: 07/25/2026 
Job Code Function: Ski & Ride School