Full Time Ski/dual Instructor Winter 2024-2025

Nakiska Winter Sports School Full Time Ski/Dual Instructor Winter 2024-2025

Wage: Starting at $20.00/hr for Level 1 qualifications, $25.00/hr for Level 2 qualifications, $27.50/hr for Level 3 qualifications, $30.00/hr for Level 4 qualifications.

Position Overview:

• To provide guests with a high quality of ski and/or snowboard instruction. Guests will be of all ages and ability levels and lesson types will vary.
• Help to ensure that every guest has a safe, fun & informative experience.
• Carry out duties and other tasks set out by the Winter Sports School as and when required.

Key Areas of Knowledge:

• Abide by policy and procedures as outlined in the Nakiska Resort Staff Handbook.
• Abide by policy and procedures as outlined in the Winter Sports School Orientation Training.
• Adhere to Nakiska Resort health and safety polices and incident /hazard reporting system.
• Assisting guests with resort related inquiries.
• A good knowledge of Canadian ski &/or snowboard instruction practices (CSIA, CASI) is preferred, or an equivalent internationally recognized certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be willing to accept all assignments that fit within your level of qualification and position in the Winter Sports School.
• Consistently present and maintain a neat, clean and tidy appearance and a professional image as outlined in your department manual.
• Provide a superior level of guest service and mountain safety to all visitors and staff.
• Delivery of excellent ski &/or snowboard instruction, in accordance with standards established by the Ski & Snowboard School.
• Provide guidance and feedback in a manner that is supportive, encouraging and helps students/ instructors achieve their goals.
• Ensure all communication with guests and staff is professional, timely and supports the best interests of Nakiska Resort.
• Assist other mountain departments/management with operational or services tasks assigned by your Supervisor/Manager

Key Skills:

• Have a strong work ethic with individual and team orientated work
• Active listening and effective communication skills
• Minimum level 1 internationally recognized qualification(s) in ski or dual instruction.
• Have a positive attitude, be punctual, reliable and responsible.

Application Requirements:

• Own work VISA or legal status to work in Canada
• Cover Letter and Resume/ CV
• Proof of certification and active membership
• Criminal Record Check with clearance to work with children, dated within the last 12 months

The closing date for the first round of applicants is September 1, 2024.

The closing date for the second round of applicants is October 27, 2024

Please forward your resume and cover letter to lcarey@skinakiska.com