Adaptive Ski Instructor

Website Adaptive Sports Association

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Job Title: Staff Instructor
Position Type: Seasonal, part-time, variable
Salary/Wage: Base Pay $18/hour, +$1 for each PSIA/AASI adaptive certification, +$.50 for each
non-adaptive PSIA/AASI certification
Supervisor: Program Manager

Qualifications
● Independent, intermediate skiing/riding skills
● Knowledge and exposure of adaptive ski equipment
● Passion for working with people with disabilities
● Able to attend required training
● Commitment to a positive, fun, and team-oriented working environment
● Successful completion of background check
● Demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability, and maturity
● Ability to be flexible, creative, and adaptable to situations
● Excellent communication skills
● Ability to consistently lift, carry, and load equipment that weighs 50+ pounds

Responsibilities
● Create a basic lesson plan matched to each student’s ability and goals
● Communicate instructions to students during the lesson, including but not limited to
directives, technique, and feedback
● Complete progress notes following each lesson as explained during training, along with
specific notes on equipment used in each lesson
● Effectively engage volunteers in lessons and encourage others to volunteer with ASA
● Review and follow all ASA risk management and safety policies and procedures

● Implement and supervise safety/risk management protocols, a caring and fun
environment for participants, volunteers, and staff
● Create a nurturing, positive, and professional environment while promoting programs
policies and procedures amongst staff, volunteers, and community
● Be a positive representative and promoter of Adaptive Sports Association programs,
events, and activities in our community
● Commit to continuing education in your field utilizing internal and external resources to
ensure our programs sustain continual responsiveness and improvement, as well as
consciously continually contributing to a culture of receiving feedback
● Communicate clearly, honestly, and respectfully with all staff, participants, parents, and
volunteers
● Attend and engage in required staff meetings and trainings
● Other duties as specified and assigned

Hours, Days, and Benefits
● Hours and days are dependent on the flow of lessons throughout the season.
● All seasonal staff instructors will receive a season tenant pass for Purgatory Resort,
pro-deals through ExpertVoice.com and Outdoor Pro Link, and local business discounts.
● Full time seasonal employees (4-5 days per week) are eligible for $300 gear stipend.
Part time seasonal staff (1-3 days a week) are eligible for $150 gear stipend.
● Reimbursement for current PSIA annual dues (no late fees), PSIA/AASI exam fees, and
6 continuing education units per year. Maintaining PSIA membership and certifications is
employee responsibility. ASA will not pay for the same certification twice if CEUs are not
maintained.

To apply for this job please visit asadurango.com.