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Kids Ski & Snowboard Instructor - Entry & Certified

Palisades Tahoe
Olympic Valley, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Seasonal

Palisades Tahoe

We share the spirit of these legendary mountains with the world.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Job Summary: Palisades Tahoe is looking for Kids Ski Instructors of all experience levels to provide safe, enjoyable, and effective group ski lessons for kids while delivering exceptional guest service.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Hourly

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC's hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Base hourly pay range: $18.00 - $40.31 per hour.

A Great Job And Benefits To Match

  • Free skiing riding privileges to 17 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
  • Healthcare options for both Seasonal & Year-Round employees
  • Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
  • 401(k) plan with generous company match
  • Free and discounted lift tickets
  • 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades & Alpine
  • 40% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Patagonia, Oakley, and more!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Essential Job Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks include the following; other duties may be assigned:

  • Provides exceptional guest service while maintaining an environment of safety, fun, and learning.
  • Instructs and educates guest ages 3-13 in skiing and/or snowboarding in group or private lessons. May also instruct adults.
  • Clarify customer's expectations and goals at the beginning of each lesson.
  • Participates in skiing/Snowboarding clinics to keep current with the most modern and efficient teaching methods and techniques.
  • Helps with set up/tear down of beginner area as well as light cleaning of Children's Center.
  • Assists in the rental shop by fitting children with ski equipment.

Competencies And Requirements

  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong customer service and safety awareness.
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions.
  • Neat and clean appearance as per grooming standards.
  • Punctuality and ability to work well in a team.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, and hear. Must be capable of walking or standing 50% or more of a normal 8 hour work shift. Must be capable of occasionally carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling up to 50lbs. Must capable of occasionally squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, and balancing, able to climb ladders and shovel snow. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will continuously be exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee will frequently be exposed to extreme cold, wetness and/or humidity, and occasionally blizzards and extreme storm conditions.

Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually moderate.

Equipment Used in Job: Skis and/or Snowboard

Education And Experience

  • Preferred: High School Diploma or GED.
  • Preferred certifications: PSIA or AASI, Children's Accreditation.
  • Experience teaching sports to children aged 3-13.
  • Background in recreation, education, or child development.
  • Customer service experience in a resort setting.

A Motor Vehicle Record review may be required as part of your job.

For information on Alterra Mountain Company's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at www.alterramtnco.com/social-responsibility. Among other resources, Alterra has Employee Resource Groups to support the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), disability, LGBTQIA2S , and women communities within our workforce.

Salary : $18 - $40

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