Job Description
Snowsports - Uncertified Instructor (Winter 2026)
Resorts: Perisher | Falls Creek | Hotham
Employment Type: Casual, Winter Seasonal
Season Commencement: Early to mid-June 2026, including participation in pre-season Instructor Training and APSI Certification Course and Exam.
Applications Period: February 2026 - March 2026
Applications Stage: We are currently accepting applications.
Start Your Snowsports Career in Australia
Make your winter count with Vail Resorts Australia — where your passion for people, the outdoors, and learning new skills can become something extraordinary.
As an aspiring instructor, you’ll begin the season in our structured Instructor Training Program, building teaching skills and working toward APSI certification.
Once certified, you’ll start delivering lessons, helping guests feel confident, safe, and excited to learn.
Throughout the season, you’ll continue to progress through on-snow training, coaching, and development designed to set you up for a long-term Snowsports pathway.
What You'll Be Doing
As a newly certified Snowsports Instructor, you’ll deliver engaging, safe, and high-quality lessons to guests of all ages. You’ll create memorable experiences through quality teaching, a supportive attitude, and your love for the mountain.
This role is perfect for building a future in Snowsports - combining your passion for the mountains with professional growth, mentorship, and an active, fun workplace.
You’ll have access to exceptional instructor development opportunities - including on-snow clinics, APSI instructor pathway support, and ongoing training with industry-leading trainers, helping you progress your own teaching and riding throughout the season.
What You'll Bring
Strong and confident skiing and/or snowboarding on intermediate to advanced terrain
Experience working or volunteering with children, young people, or in sports and recreation (desirable)
Clear, friendly communication and strong guest service skills
Ability to independently deliver clear, safe, and engaging instruction
Positive, adaptable team player with a passion for learning and guest experience
What's In It for You
Comprehensive in-house Instructor Training Program covering the cost of your first APSI course and exam
Access to ongoing world-class instructor training and professional development
Opportunities to kick-start your Snowsports instructing career
Vail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass and up to 40% food, retail and rentals
A supportive, inclusive team culture built around respect, growth, and mountain life
A workplace where learning, contribution, and fun go hand in hand
Your Availability
Our Instructing team are employed casually, with the following options:
Unlimited Availability: For full-season instructors, typically work up to six (6) days per week over Winter (June–September). Ideal for consistent work, training and eligibility for staff accommodation.
Limited Availability: For balancing other commitments. Must meet minimum availability requirements (see below), and arrange your own accommodation:
Resort Minimum Availability Additional Optional Availability Perisher 2 weeks during NSW July School Holidays (4–19 July 2026) Private School Holidays (27 June–3 July 2026), and/or at least 1 full week within the first 3 weeks of August Falls Creek 12 days during VIC & NSW July School Holidays (27 June–19 July 2026) and most weekends in August Hotham 2 weeks during VIC July School Holidays (27 June–12 July 2026) and all weekends in August
Your Next Steps
Excited to join our Snowsports team? Apply now through our Career Center!
If you need any reasonable adjustments just reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via [email protected] — we’re here to help!
We love that you’re keen to join our team — just make sure this role is the one you’re truly interested in before applying.
Our staff accommodation spots are limited and reserved for full-season team members, so be sure to tell us your availability and if you’ll need a place to stay.
To help us review your application smoothly, please attach the following (where applicable):
Current certificates/qualifications
Membership license(s) (front and back)
Professional references and written recommendations (preferred)
Attachment Guidelines: Maximum of 10 attachments (total size up to 10 MB).
Accepted file formats: .pdf, .doc, .docx, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .txt, and .rtf.
Applications exceeding these limits will not submit.
You will receive a confirmation email once your application is successfully submitted.
If your attachments won’t upload, submit your application without and email the files to HR.
Your winter starts here - come be the moment guests return, season after season.
Resorts: Perisher | Falls Creek | Hotham
Employment Type: Casual, Winter Seasonal
Season Commencement: Early to mid-June 2026, including participation in pre-season Instructor Training and APSI Certification Course and Exam.
Applications Period: February 2026 - March 2026
Applications Stage: We are currently accepting applications.
Start Your Snowsports Career in Australia
Make your winter count with Vail Resorts Australia — where your passion for people, the outdoors, and learning new skills can become something extraordinary.
As an aspiring instructor, you’ll begin the season in our structured Instructor Training Program, building teaching skills and working toward APSI certification.
Once certified, you’ll start delivering lessons, helping guests feel confident, safe, and excited to learn.
Throughout the season, you’ll continue to progress through on-snow training, coaching, and development designed to set you up for a long-term Snowsports pathway.
What You'll Be Doing
As a newly certified Snowsports Instructor, you’ll deliver engaging, safe, and high-quality lessons to guests of all ages. You’ll create memorable experiences through quality teaching, a supportive attitude, and your love for the mountain.
This role is perfect for building a future in Snowsports - combining your passion for the mountains with professional growth, mentorship, and an active, fun workplace.
You’ll have access to exceptional instructor development opportunities - including on-snow clinics, APSI instructor pathway support, and ongoing training with industry-leading trainers, helping you progress your own teaching and riding throughout the season.
What You'll Bring
Strong and confident skiing and/or snowboarding on intermediate to advanced terrain
Experience working or volunteering with children, young people, or in sports and recreation (desirable)
Clear, friendly communication and strong guest service skills
Ability to independently deliver clear, safe, and engaging instruction
Positive, adaptable team player with a passion for learning and guest experience
What's In It for You
Comprehensive in-house Instructor Training Program covering the cost of your first APSI course and exam
Access to ongoing world-class instructor training and professional development
Opportunities to kick-start your Snowsports instructing career
Vail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass and up to 40% food, retail and rentals
A supportive, inclusive team culture built around respect, growth, and mountain life
A workplace where learning, contribution, and fun go hand in hand
Your Availability
Our Instructing team are employed casually, with the following options:
Unlimited Availability: For full-season instructors, typically work up to six (6) days per week over Winter (June–September). Ideal for consistent work, training and eligibility for staff accommodation.
Limited Availability: For balancing other commitments. Must meet minimum availability requirements (see below), and arrange your own accommodation:
Resort Minimum Availability Additional Optional Availability Perisher 2 weeks during NSW July School Holidays (4–19 July 2026) Private School Holidays (27 June–3 July 2026), and/or at least 1 full week within the first 3 weeks of August Falls Creek 12 days during VIC & NSW July School Holidays (27 June–19 July 2026) and most weekends in August Hotham 2 weeks during VIC July School Holidays (27 June–12 July 2026) and all weekends in August
Your Next Steps
Excited to join our Snowsports team? Apply now through our Career Center!
If you need any reasonable adjustments just reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via [email protected] — we’re here to help!
We love that you’re keen to join our team — just make sure this role is the one you’re truly interested in before applying.
Our staff accommodation spots are limited and reserved for full-season team members, so be sure to tell us your availability and if you’ll need a place to stay.
To help us review your application smoothly, please attach the following (where applicable):
Current certificates/qualifications
Membership license(s) (front and back)
Professional references and written recommendations (preferred)
Attachment Guidelines: Maximum of 10 attachments (total size up to 10 MB).
Accepted file formats: .pdf, .doc, .docx, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .txt, and .rtf.
Applications exceeding these limits will not submit.
You will receive a confirmation email once your application is successfully submitted.
If your attachments won’t upload, submit your application without and email the files to HR.
Your winter starts here - come be the moment guests return, season after season.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Snowsports - Uncertified Instructors (Winter 2026) position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
