- Company: Vail Resorts
- Location: Breckenridge, Summit County
- Salary: $2,014–$2,015/yr
Vail Resorts at a glance
vailresorts.com- Founded 1962
- Ticker MTN
- Revenue (FY2025) $2.96B
- Net income $280.00M
Investor research: Yahoo Finance · SEC filings
Source: Wikipedia
Join Vail Resorts as a Certified Ski and Snowboard Instructor for the 2014-2015 winter season at Breckenridge Resort in Summit County, Colorado. Help guests of all ages and abilities discover the mountain while building a rewarding career at one of North America's premier ski destinations.
About the Role
This full-time seasonal position is your opportunity to share your skiing and snowboarding expertise with guests from around the world. You'll deliver engaging, safe, and personalized instruction on Breckenridge's terrain, from beginner slopes to advanced runs. Working alongside a team of passionate mountain professionals, you'll create memorable experiences that build lasting connections to the sport and the mountain community.
What You'll Do
- Teach group and private ski and snowboard lessons to guests of all skill levels and ages
- Assess student ability, develop appropriate progression plans, and adapt teaching methods for individual learning styles
- Demonstrate skiing and snowboarding techniques with precision and safety in all snow conditions
- Prioritize guest and mountain safety through clear instruction and adherence to resort policies
- Build rapport with guests to encourage continued learning and return visits
- Maintain lesson areas and equipment in compliance with resort standards
- Collaborate with instructors, ski school management, and resort staff to deliver consistent guest experiences
What We're Looking For
- Current PSIA or AASI certification (or equivalent recognized ski/snowboard instructor credential)
- Intermediate to advanced skiing and snowboarding ability on a variety of terrain
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse age groups
- Genuine passion for skiing, snowboarding, and mountain culture
- Reliability, positive attitude, and commitment to guest satisfaction
- Ability to work flexible winter season hours, including weekends and holidays
About Vail Resorts
Vail Resorts operates world-class ski and mountain resorts across North America, including iconic destinations like Breckenridge. We're committed to creating exceptional mountain experiences and fostering a workplace where our employees are energized by outdoor passion and community.
How to Apply
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What people say about Vail Resorts
- List of April Fools' Day Announcements
- Vail Resorts Has an Epic Problem
- In 2025, People Will Try Living in This Underwater Habitat
- Ask HN: Who is hiring? (July 2024)
Recent news
- Vail Resorts (MTN) Up 9.1% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue? - Yahoo Finance
- Tech titan says safety may be best reason for Vail Resorts to start selling off its ski areas - VailDaily.com
- Following a dismal winter, Vail Resorts reports a decline in early Epic pass sales for next season - The Colorado Sun
- Activist Investor Reportedly Circling Vail Resorts as Prince Pushes for Change at Park City Mountain Resort, UT - SnowBrains
- Two New Hampshire Ski Resorts Announce Snowmaking Upgrades - Unofficial Networks
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Working in Breckenridge, Summit County
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Colorado is a landlocked state in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. It is one of the Mountain states, and part of the Southwestern United States, sharing the Four Corners region with Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. It is also bordered by Wyoming to the north, Nebraska to the northeast, Kansas to the east, and Oklahoma to the southeast. Colorado is noted for its landscape of
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Median household income in Summit County: $106,255 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Typical climate: average high 51°F / low 20°F year-round (summers around 71°F, winters around 3°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Below average walkable (6.0/20) — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,880/mo (1BR) · $2,467/mo (2BR) — via HUD Fair Market Rents
Source: Wikipedia (state)
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- Role Certified Ski/Snowboard Instructor – 2014-2015 Winter Season – Breckenridge, CO
- Employer Vail Resorts
- Location Breckenridge, Summit County
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $2,014–$2,015/yr
- Posted June 10, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-01
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (329 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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- Hacker News — List of April Fools' Day Announcements
- Hacker News — Vail Resorts Has an Epic Problem
- Hacker News — In 2025, People Will Try Living in This Underwater Habitat
- Hacker News — Ask HN: Who is hiring? (July 2024)
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Working in Breckenridge, Summit County, Colorado, United States
Colorado is a landlocked state in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. It is one of the Mountain states, and part of the Southwestern United States, sharing the Four Corners region with Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. It is also bordered by Wyoming to the north, Nebraska to the northeast, Kansas to the east, and Oklahoma to the southeast. Colorado is noted for its landscape of
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