Description
Full-time must work a minimum of 5 days a week
Part-time must work a minimum of 1 day a week
On-call must work specific scheduled Holidays. Sundays are required.
Please state which schedule you are looking for in you application.
PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE
Provide superior Ski Instruction to children ages 2 to 14, in both group and private lesson environments. Provide a safe and nurturing environment for all guests, be actively involved and have a positive attitude about all programs.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
· Provide superior service to our customers (internal and external) at all times. Follow The Resort’s etiquette guidelines while interacting with guests and respond to all guests in a courteous, professional manner.
· Confer regularly with parents to explain programs, services, policies, schedules and rates.
· Maintain positive public relations with parents, visitors and the general public at all times.
· Seeks supervisor out when faced with a situation that is out of instructor’s realm of authority
· Provides superior ski instruction to children ages 2 to 14.
· Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the department’s and PSIA’s philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined
· Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on snow
· Plans and implements a program of instruction designed to meet both individual and group needs of students
· Creates a fun environment that is conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies.
· Encourage student enthusiasm for skiing and the learning process and the further development of good skiing skills
· Instructs all students on The Skier’s Responsibility Code, and ensures all safety practices are taught and adhered to.
· Develops reasonable rules of group behavior and appropriate techniques that are consistently applied.
· Recognizes discrepancies in group skiing abilities and makes changes to group makeup as required and available
· Demonstrates a strong grasp of skiing concepts
· Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
· Evaluates the accomplishments of students on a daily basis by using report cards, conferring with parents, and evaluating students’ performance throughout the day
· Confer regularly with immediate supervisor and other Company personnel to plan, coordinate and evaluate services/activities, exchange information and resolve problems.
· Assist with general childcare, lead special activities, and maintain facilities as needed.
· Attends all required training, safety and other meetings, required both by the department and company.
· Demonstrated commitment to improving personal skiing and teaching abilities through attendance of supplementary training.
· Adheres to uniform policy and appearance standard as outlined in The Canyons Ski & Snowboard School Manual and The Canyons Staff Guide.
· Perform other duties as required.
WORKING RELATIONSHIP
Direct Supervision is received from the Children’s (2-6) and/or (7-14) Program Supervisors.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· Exposure to inclement weather; bending, lifting and squatting
· Physical ability to respond appropriately to emergency and other unplanned situations
QUALIFICATIONS
· Desire to work with and relate to children, parents, guests and fellow employees.
· Demonstrated ability to communicate, supervise, and work with assigned ages and skill levels and provide necessary instructions to students.
· Ability to take initiative, be highly organized, effectively communicate, and manage groups of children.
· Good role model, high integrity, and adaptable.
· One year ski teaching experience, OR advanced skiing ability combined with the willingness and demonstrated aptitude to learn ski instructing
· High School Diploma or equivalent, and two years demonstrated success working with children in a teaching environment
· Advanced skiing ability
· PSIA Level I Certified with ACE Level I Certification, or equivalent international certification, preferred. Level I Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire
How to Apply:
Application Process Welcome to The Canyons Recruiting Site. Our goal is to provide you with the tools to your success. Here are some helpful hints on how to start your future here at The Canyons.
1. Use our Online application link to apply.
2. Human Resources will send you an email to verify that we have received your application. HR will then review the information and send it to the appropriate department manager if you meet the minimum qualifications.
3. Please wait for 3 business days for the Managers to get in touch with you regarding the status of your application.
The Canyons
4000 The Canyons Resort Drive
Park City, UT 84098
The Canyons Passionate Purpose:
We are committed to owning the experience at The Canyons by anticipating, acknowledging and taking action on the spot.
