BASIC FUNCTION The position of Ski / Ride Instructor is responsible for conducting safe and engaging lessons that develop core skiing and/or riding abilities in students. Instructors are required to manage multiple students in a sometimes challenging outdoor environment. The instructor is responsible for maintaining high standards of customer service for all of our Guests. Ski & Ride Instructors are highly visible ambassadors for the Resort and help set our Guests impression of Ragged Mountain. The instructor should pose excellent group management and interpersonal skills. These skills are required to succeed in this fast paced work setting. CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Instruct multiple athletes in an outdoor winter environmentManage lesson time effectivelyIllustrate program value to increase participationAnalyze movements and provide useful feedback to students in a manner consistent with current PSIA/AASI techniqueCommunicate with other instructors, supervisors, and Ragged Mountain StaffComplete daily student and/or group evaluations Enforce policies and proceduresFollow the Code of Conduct at all timesUnderstand and demonstrate Smart StyleOther duties and responsibilities as assigned by Supervisors SUPERVISION RECEIVED Direction is received from the SRS Manager QUALIFICATIONS PSIA/AASI Certification preferred but not requiredMust possess strong skiing or snowboarding skillsMust possess strong leadership and group management skills Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 poundsMust be able to work extended hours in inclement weather and cold temperaturesMust possess strong teaching, training and coaching skillsMust be able to successfully pass drug screening and background check At Ragged Mountain we work as a team, flexing with the business and team needs. Responsibilities, duties and the requirements for this position may change at any time, with or without a change in title, benefits or salary. Like most jobs in the recreation field, this position requires a flexible schedule, working holidays, weekends and long hours as necessary.