Gould Academy Competition Program (GACP) Coach

Join Sunday River's Gould Academy Competition Program as a Coach! Coaches are responsible for the daily instruction and coaching of basic and advanced skiing/riding techniques and tactics in Alpine, Freestyle, Ski Cross, or Snowboard racing. Qualified candidates will have racing experience, possess effective coaching skills, and must be able to work in a team environment. Coaches are also the contact for participants' parents. 

• Daily coaching of basic and advanced skiing/riding techniques and tactics in all GACP disciplines 

• Work with development team to prepare, implement, and review daily training schemes 

• Monitor athletes, ages 8-18, during scheduled training sessions, on-hill and "in-house" 

• Maintain group attendance each session 

• Be familiar with the use, maintenance, and clean-up of assigned training facilities 

• Be familiar with the use, maintenance, and storage of training related equipment 

• Ensure safety of all staff and participants 

• Assist with maintaining adequate course preparations for training and competitions 

• Abide by the GACP Operational Guidelines in the Coaches handbook 

• Abide by "Your Responsibility Code" 

• Maintain professional coaches license with United States Ski and Snowboard Association (USSS) and Maine Alpine Racing Association (MARA) 

• Assist with promotions, events and functions after hours when necessary 

• Utilize Flaik, including Check-in, Class Management, Time keeping, Bookings, and monitoring of daily schedules 

• Advanced Alpine, Freestyle, Snow Cross, or Snowboard competitive experience is required. 

• Competitive teaching or coaching experience, and/or previous racing experience in chosen discipline is preferred. 

• Must be an exemplary skier/rider, able to demonstrate appropriate techniques on all types of terrain (beginner, intermediate, advanced) and in all types of snow conditions.  

• Ability to work with others in a team environment. 

• To successfully perform this position, the candidate must possess a visible enthusiasm for competitive skiing/riding. 

• Must be able to ski/ride up to 6 hours per day. 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Wages range from $16.50 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for professional growth and advancement 

• Team Member Perks include: 

• Free Ski Pass and access to other Boyne Resorts 

• Resort discounts on dining, retail, lodging, and spa 

• Eligibility for affordable team member housing 

Salary : $2 - $50