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Job Summary

The Hermitage Club at Haystack Mountain in Wilmington, VT is currently seeking new and uncertified Ski/Snowboard Instructors to join our team for the upcoming winter season. Minimum 10 Day commitment, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling.

Pay and Benefits:

Base Rates:

Hourly pay rates start at $18/hr for new and non-certified instructors. Pay rates increase for certifications from $22-$60/hr. Instructors are also paid a 15% Auto-Gratuity for all lessons worked.

Paid Training and Certification Reimbursement:

• Paid training offered at $15/hr. Trainings regularly occur on Friday's and Sunday afternoons.
• Reimbursement programs for attaining professional certification.

About the Hermitage Club

The Hermitage Club is a 501.c7 non-profit private social club and ski area. We are 100% focused on the heritage and lifestyle of skiing and riding, and value skilled instructors who share that vision. Our Instructor compensation recognizes that every lesson should be taught as if it's a requested private lesson, and the years of education and dedication required to attain top level certification contributes to creating a lifelong passion for skiing and snowboarding.

Lesson Programs Include but are not limited to:

• Mountain Yeti's Seasonal Program for ages 3-6
• Mountain Explorers Seasonal Program for ages 7-12
• Daily Private and Group Lessons for all ages and abilities
• Adaptive Private Lessons
• Race Programs

The Hermitage Club WANTS YOU to experience why Haystack Mountain is a special place. Join us today!

Job Tasks/Responsibilities

After an orientation period and on-the-job-training, the successful candidate will be expected to;

• Ski/Snowboard at an Intermediate/Advanced level.
• Provide care and supervision for individuals and groups of students.
• Develop lesson plans for individuals and groups of students in a collaborative environment.
• Provide a learning environment that is safe and fun utilizing various teaching methods, techniques, and demonstrations in a variety of weather conditions.
• Clearly and accurately provide instruction and feedback using verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Develop relationships with students based on trust and two way communication.
• Follow and implement policies and procedures of the Hermitage Club.
• Remain up to date with current trends within the teaching/coaching community.
• Participate in professional development training.
• Assist with roles and responsibilities required to perform the duties of the Ski and Snowboard School, including setting fences, turning targets, gates, and moving ski/racks.

Job Requirements

• Required to pass a background check and work with children
• Required to be fluent in English, both verbal and written.
• Required to be able to communicate effectively to groups, individuals, guests, and co-workers
• Required to work well in a team environment
• Required to work weekends and holidays
• Required to be willing to adhere to Hermitage Members Club policy for wearing an approved helmet at all times while teaching in terrain parks and trees.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Required to be able to sit, stand, kneel, walk, and ski/snowboard for extended periods of time
• Required to be able to push, pull, lift up to 50 pounds periodically, and up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Required to work and teach effectively outside in inclement weather in a winter alpine environment.