Certified Ski and Snowboard Instructor

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Certified Ski and Snowboard Instructor

Becoming a ski or snowboard instructor is a dream job for the avid skier or snowboarder. You spend your days doing what you love and teaching others what you know. For those that like to travel, there are opportunities abroad once you achieve the appropriate level of certification.

Being "certified" is not required to secure your first job as a ski or snowboard instructor. Larger ski schools lend career ski instructors to help teach newbie instructors the skills needed to become a better and lucrative instructor. Training takes place regularly at larger ski schools through classroom and on the snow hill. Take every opportunity to train as this will allow you to become not only a better instructor but help prepare you for your certification exam. Certifications make you a desirable asset and provide more work opportunities and higher pay benefits.

The certification process begins with becoming a Registered Member of Professional Ski Instructor of America and the American Association of Snowboarding Instructor (PSIA-AASI). While there is no examination required to become a registered member, instructors do need to be actively teaching in a PSIA authorized ski school and have the recommendation of the Ski School Director. Instructor schools are located across the US. Many locations even offer an intensive training that will earn you a Level I certification. Instructor internships may also be an option that can offer guaranteed employment following internship and assistance with reaching your first level of certification.

There are 3 levels of primary certifications from Professional Ski Instructor of America and the American Association of Snowboarding Instructor (PSIA-AASI) for various disciplines: Adaptive, Alpine, Cross Country, Snowboard and Telemark. Additional certifications are also available for Children's Specialist and Freestyle Specialist once a primary certification is earned. Adaptive instructing gives you the tools to teach those with disabilities.

Each level of certification assesses 3 areas; skiing/riding, teaching and professional knowledge. Instructors are bound to the knowledge and performance guidelines of the level at which they are testing as well as the criteria for all prior levels. Generally, a Level I certification focuses on the ability to teach beginner to novice skiers/riders on more simple terrain. Level II training involves a precise degree of teaching on moderate terrain while a Level III certification will require an expert level of teaching on advanced terrain. Level III certification also meets the International Snowsports Instructors Alliance (ISIA) standards allowing you to teach at a global level at locations across the world. Refer to the PSIA-AASI site for specific details on certification levels as each discipline demands specific expertise in each of the assessed areas.

To prepare for each certification exam, there are many resources available and methods to pursue. It's important to register with PSIA-AASI offers printed materials, prep training classes and online courses are offered to their members. Be sure to attend in person clinics in your area. It's also essential to find a mentor who has gone through the certification process that can provide tips and constructive feedback regarding your skiing or riding technique, knowledge and skills.

Within the US, pay can vary for an instructor based on geographic location, resort and qualification level. Average pay ranges from $15 per hour for a rookie level to $20 for an experienced instructor. Some locations within Colorado pay experienced instructors up to $30 per hour. It's important to note that an instructor relies heavily on tips received from their clients throughout the season. While the single $1,000 tip is rare, top instructors can usually bring in $300 in tips in a day.

If you know how to ski or ride, consider becoming a certified instructor. This could be your chance to have a career doing what you love.

    • Certified Snowboard Instructor - Winter 23/24 (Full and Part Time)
      Arapahoe Basin Ski Area Dillon, CO, USA
      Unlimited skiing/riding at Arapahoe Basin and 20 other Colorado ski areas and resorts * Free ... Instructors usually wear ski/snowboard equipment for the duration of their shift and are on their ...
    • Ski and Snowboard School - Snowboard Instructor (Certified Level II/III) - 23-24 Winter Season
      The Hermitage Club at Haystack Mountain Wilmington, VT, USA
      The Hermitage Club is a Private 501.c7 non-profit social club and ski area. We are 100% focused on ... Our Instructor compensation recognizes that every lesson should be taught as if it's a Requested ...
    • Ski/Snowboard Instructor
      ARCTARIS SADDLEBACK SKI OPERATIONS LLC Rangeley, ME, USA
      Ski / Snowboard Instructor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Worker Category: part time, seasonal - Snow season recreation from November 15th - April 30th Urgently hiring for New England area Febraury School ...
    • Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor Level 3 - Winter Seasonal
      Crested Butte Mountain Resort Crested Butte, CO, USA
      Positions are available in both Children's and Adult's Ski and Snowboard School. The Instructor will provide quality ski instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding ...
    • Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor Level 3 - Full & Part Time - Winter Seasonal
      Keystone Resort Keystone, CO, USA
      The Instructor will provide quality ski/snowboard instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding all Colorado Skier Safety Act rules/regulations and Company guidelines
    • Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor - Level 3 - Full & Part Time - Winter Seasonal - Stowe
      Stowe Mountain Resort Stowe, VT, USA
      Previous ski/snowboard instructor experience - preferred. * Knowledge of local area/resort - preferred. ​ We are looking for enthusiastic team players to join us in providing our guests with a ...
    • Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor Level 3
      Hidden Valley Ski Resort Eureka, MO, USA
      Positions are available in both Children's and Adult's Ski and Snowboard School. The Instructor will provide quality ski instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding ...
    • Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor Level 3
      Beaver Creek Ski Resort Beaver Creek, CO, USA
      Beaver Creek's renowned Ski and Snowboard School is the ultimate place to learn and sharpen skills ... Job Description As an instructor at Beaver Creek your job is quite possibly the greatest job on the ...
    • Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor Level 3 - Full & Part Time - Winter Seasonal
      Mount Snow West Dover, VT, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... The Instructor will provide quality ski instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun ...
    • Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor
      Kirkwood Mountain Resort Kirkwood, CA, USA
      Certified Professional Instructors will deliver quality ski/snowboard instruction to groups and individuals, providing world class guest service in a safe and fun environment. Full and Part Time ...
    • Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor Level 3 - Winter Seasonal - Heavenly
      Heavenly Mountain Resort South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA
      We are looking for certified ski/snowboard instructors to come and work in the California sunshine for the season. Our level 3 instructors teach all levels of skiers/riders, children and adults ...
    • Non-Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor
      Boston Mills and Brandywine Ski Area Peninsula, OH, USA
      Instructors will deliver quality ski/snowboard instruction to groups and individuals, providing world class guest service in a safe and fun environment. Full and Part Time positions available. Job ...
    • Non-Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor
      Snow Creek Ski Area Weston, MO, USA
      Instructors will deliver quality ski/snowboard instruction to groups and individuals, providing world class guest service in a safe and fun environment. Full and Part Time positions available. Job ...
    • Snowboard Instructor - Winter 23-24
      Aspen Skiing Company Snowmass Village, CO, USA
      Company Description The Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School are a collection of world class Pros ... Through the Academy, Pros have the opportunity to gain a holistic instructor education. Job ...
    • Ski Instructor - Winter 23-24
      Aspen Skiing Company Snowmass Village, CO, USA
      Company Description The Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School are a collection of world class Pros ... Through the Academy, Pros have the opportunity to gain a holistic instructor education. Job ...
    • Instructor Assistant - Winter 23/24 (Part-Time)
      Arapahoe Basin Ski Area Dillon, CO, USA
      As a Snowsports Instructor Assistant at A-Basin, you will work alongside a full instructor to help ... Must provide own ski or snowboard equipment and other necessary gear to work outside in a high ...
    • Ski & Snowboard School Supervisor
      Liberty Mountain Resort Fairfield, PA, USA
      The Ski and Snowboard School Supervisor is responsible for promoting workplace safety programs ... Instructor scheduling to fairly administer work priority status, while managing labor budgets for ...
    • Ski and Snowboard School - Assistant Manager
      The Hermitage Club at Haystack Mountain Wilmington, VT, USA
      Minimum of two years' experience as a Snowsports Instructor working for a PSIA-AASI Member School ... Ability to Ski at the PSIA-AASI Alpine Level 1 standard on a regular basis. * Ability to operate ...
    • Ski and Snowboard School Manager
      Stevens Pass Mountain Resort Leavenworth, WA, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... Oversight of the daily Adult and Youth Lesson instructors, staff, and leadership means this role to ...
    • Fitness Instructor - $25 per Hour - Winter Seasonal
      Vail Mountain Vail, CO, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... Must be a certified Fitness Instructor - required. * Must be able to work on Holiday Weekends ...
    • Ski & Ride School Supervisor
      Vail Mountain Vail, CO, USA
      Guest experience- ensuring the highest level of quality in regards to private and adult group lessons and overall ski/snowboard school experience. Matching guests needs to instructor qualities ...
    • Ski School Administration Specialist - $20 per hour - Winter Seasonal
      Park City Mountain Park City, UT, USA
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    • Ski School Supervisor
      Park City Mountain Park City, UT, USA
      Direct Supervision of Ski and Snowboard instructors * Mentoring, observing, coaching, delivering feedback and evaluations of instructors * Assign daily tasks and make all lesson assignments for ...
    • Ski School Team Lead - $20 per hour - Full Time - Winter Seasonal
      Mount Sunapee Resort Newbury, NH, USA
      The Ski and Snowboard School Team Lead for Staff Training is a member of the Ski and Ride School ... This leader is also responsible for promoting workplace safety programs, conducting instructor on ...
    • Ski & Ride School Senior Manager
      Seven Springs Mountain Resort Champion, PA, USA
      Must have current Ski/ Snowboard Instructor certification * MS Office, including Teams Preferred: * 5 years as a full-time ski/snowboard instructor/supervisor * PSIA/AASI Level 3 The budgeted range ...
    • Ski School Support Staff
      Mount Sunapee Resort Newbury, NH, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... Our Ski Instructor Aides assist with outdoor supervision, organization and assisting coaches with ...
    • Ski and Ride School Support Crew Lead - Full Time - Winter Seasonal - Stowe
      Stowe Mountain Resort Stowe, VT, USA
      The Ski and Snowboard School Support Crew Lead is responsible for leading the Ski and Ride School Support Crew and Instructor Aides. This includes scheduling and directing daily activities in support ...
    • Ski & Ride School Location Manager
      Okemo Mountain Resort Ludlow, VT, USA
      Minimum of three years as a full-time instructor for a recognized ski/snowboard school. * Have current professional instructor certification. PSIA/AASI Level 3 strongly recommended. * Must be able to ...
    • Ski School Team Leader
      Seven Springs Mountain Resort Lake Harmony, PA, USA
      Current PSIA/AASI certification required * 2-5 years ski/snowboard instructor experience required * Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends * Able to meet the ...
    • Ski & Ride School Training Manager
      Heavenly Mountain Resort South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... Communicate with newly hired instructors to coordinate their pre-season and early-season ...
    • Ski & Ride School Supervisor
      Okemo Mountain Resort Ludlow, VT, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... Establish and review mutual seasonal goals and performance objectives with each instructor ...
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      Crested Butte Mountain Resort Crested Butte, CO, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... Leadership Teams, instructor, summer counselors, rental and SRS support staff, to ensure ...
    • Ski School Support Staff
      Kirkwood Mountain Resort Kirkwood, CA, USA
      Fit guests with ski & snowboard equipment * Assist instructors with facilitation and completion of the lesson * Attend to children's basic personal needs * Other duties as assigned Job Requirements
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      Stevens Pass Mountain Resort Leavenworth, WA, USA
      Mentor, observe, coach and deliver feedback and evaluations to instructors and staff. * Work with ... Minimum 1 year experience in Ski and Snowboard School or closely related field. * Excellent ...
    • Cross-Country (Skate) Skiing Instructor
      Weston Ski Track Weston, MA, USA
      About Us Weston Ski Track offers a relaxed outdoor work environment with competitive pay and ... Starting Pay: $15-21/hour. ​ Cross-Country Skate-Skiing Instructor Responsibilities: Teach group ...
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    • ARC Programs Supervisor - $25 per hour
      Afton Alps Afton, MN, USA
      Work with Ski and Snowboard School Manager to set and review seasonal goals and performance objectives with each instructor and provide feedback. * Provide timely program related updates to the ski ...
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      The Environmental, Health, and Safety Instructor's purpose is to provide quality training that is ... ski passes, exercise equipment and so much more). * Voluntary Life Insurance for the employee ...
    • SOLO Instructor Part Time Year Round
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      The instructor is expected to provide positive student interactions/experiences and to take all ... EMS, ski patrol, military, rescue squad or other channels Teaching Experience: • Experience ...
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      National Winter Activity Center Vernon, NJ, USA
      Position: Development Instructor (Full Time and Part Time) Season: Winter (November 2023- March ... Ability to ski safely & confidently in all snow conditions, on varying moderate types of terrain ...
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      Charles River Recreation Inc - Paddle Boston Auburndale, MA, USA
      ... opportunities in concert with Weston Ski Track and Community Skating @Kendall Square ... ACA or BCU Instructor certifications are desirable but not required. Starting Pay for Instructors ...
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      Middlebury College Middlebury (village), VT, USA
      Discounts on season passes at Middlebury College Snow Bowl, the Ralph Myhre Golf Course and the Rikert Ski Touring Center. * Access to our Partner Inclusion Program that provides comprehensive ...
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      Steamboat Climbing Collective Steamboat Springs, CO, USA
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    • High Performance Para Alpine Program Manager and Head Coach
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      Afton Alps Afton, MN, USA
      ... ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our ... Set and review seasonal goals and performance objectives with each instructor and provide feedback
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      Middlebury College Middlebury (village), VT, USA
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      Charles River Recreation Inc - Paddle Boston Cambridge, MA, USA
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      National Winter Activity Center Vernon, NJ, USA
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