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Marist College

Club Ski Head Coach

Poughkeepsie, NY · On-site

Club Ski Head Coach Posting Number: 493933 Type of Position: Part-time Location: Poughkeepsie, NY Categories: Administration Position Title: Club Ski Head Coach Department/School: Athletics Salary ...

Marist College

Club Ski Head Coach

Poughkeepsie, NY · On-site

Club Ski Head Coach Apply now Posting Number: 493933 Type of Position: Part-time Location: Poughkeepsie, NY Categories: Administration Position Title: Club Ski Head Coach Department/School: Athletics ...

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Ski Coach - Woodward Park City

Park City, UT · On-site

The Ski Coach will be a vital member of the Progression team at Woodward Park City, reporting to both the Instructional Program Supervisor and the Zone Coach Supervisor. The successful applicant will ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for ski coach in the United States is $18.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a ski coach?

Ski coaches are professionals who train and instruct individuals or teams in the sport of skiing. They help skiers develop their technique, improve their performance, and prepare for competitions. Ski coaches may work with beginners learning the basics or with advanced athletes aiming to compete at high levels. Their responsibilities include creating training plans, providing feedback, ensuring safety, and sometimes managing logistical aspects of training and travel.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a ski coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ski Coach, you need strong skiing technique, instructional ability, and a relevant coaching certification such as those from the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) or equivalent. Familiarity with training plans, safety protocols, and performance analysis tools like video review software is essential. Excellent communication, motivational skills, and patience help coaches effectively teach and inspire skiers of varying ages and abilities. These competencies ensure athletes' safety, skill development, and enjoyment, fostering both performance improvement and positive experiences on the slopes.

What are some common challenges faced by ski coaches during a typical season?

Ski coaches often face challenges such as adapting training plans to rapidly changing weather and snow conditions, balancing the varying skill levels of athletes, and ensuring safety during high-speed drills. They must also manage logistics for travel and competitions, while maintaining strong communication with athletes, parents, and other coaching staff. Flexibility, quick problem-solving, and strong organizational skills are essential to succeed in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Ski Coach vs Ski Instructor?

AspectSki CoachSki Instructor
CertificationsLevel 1-4 certifications, coaching credentialsBasic instructor certifications, teaching licenses
Work EnvironmentTraining athletes, developing skills, competitive settingsTeaching beginner to advanced skiers, lesson-based settings
Employer & Industry UsageSports teams, ski academies, competitive programsResorts, ski schools, rental shops

While both Ski Coaches and Ski Instructors work in ski environments, Ski Coaches focus on training athletes and developing competitive skills, often requiring advanced certifications. Ski Instructors primarily teach skiing techniques to a broad range of students, from beginners to advanced skiers, in lesson-based settings. The roles overlap in certifications and work environments but differ in their focus and objectives.

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Infographic showing various Ski Coach job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, 56% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,795 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Head Nordic Ski Coach

Cody, WY • On-site

Park County School District 6
Education Programs Administration • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities
Date Posted:
9/1/2026
Location:
Cody High School
PARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 6
NORDIC SKI HEAD COACH
POSITION: Head Coach
SUPERVISOR: Activities Director/Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Possess all certificates required for the State of Wyoming
2. Possess current CPR certification
3. Possess current First Aid certification
4. Have fundamental knowledge of the sport
5. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries course.
6. Ability to select from a variety of instruction methods to teach activity objectives.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND HOURS OF DUTY: As per district policy.
JOB SUMMARY: To instruct all students in the fundamental skills and knowledge of the sport or activity. To provide an atmosphere for successful individual development through monitoring, evaluating, and reinforcing.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Ability to develop drill and practice activities that teach and enhance individual/team skill development that makes up the game.
2. Develop and maintain an inventory list of equipment.
3. Prepares and implements a schedule of checking out, maintaining, and checking in equipment.
4. Ability to plan and enforce appropriate safety and health rules and regulations.
5. Ability to develop a supervision plan that ensures the safety and welfare of students at all times: locker room, trips, practices, etc.
6. Maintains confidentiality about students and others.
7. Presents a professional appearance.
8. Ability to be an effective communicator with all audiences - players, parents, supervisors, peers and spectators.
9. Ability to receive, understand and follow directions.
10. Be able to model/demonstrate activities and equipment used to develop basic skills or physical condition.
11. Ability to observe, diagnose, and prescribe appropriate remediation activities during practice and game conditions for players and team.
12. Must know and be able to apply the developmental stages of each point of the game to the needs and ability levels of the team/players.
13. Assimilate innovations and adapt to changes when applicable.
14. Support the philosophies of Park County School District #6.
15. May be responsible for supervising students on out-of-town activities. This may involve staying overnight.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
All Sports
1. Ability to sit on a bus for hour after hour.
2. Ability to carry and/or provide aid to an injured player.
Nordic Skiing
1. Ability to demonstrate various skills and describe verbally, as well.
2. Ability to hear and be heard outdoors for up to 50 yards.
3. Ability to assist and move an injured participant to safety.

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