Location: Soda Springs, California

Woodward Tahoe (Boreal and Soda Springs), located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain range, is a year-round world-class action sports facility with a culture that comes straight from our main product: Fun. If this sounds like the kind of place you'd like to work, progress, and play, we'd love to hear from you!

The Snowsports Instructor raises the next generation of alpine downhill enthusiasts. No matter a guest's skill level, discipline, or age, someone from this team is ready to clip or strap in and share their insight.

This role is all about inspiring others through skiing or snowboarding, creating meaningful experiences, and helping guests connect with the culture and community of the mountain. Instructors focus on safety, skill-building, and delivering top-notch service. While most instructors are assigned to either adult or children's lessons based on their strengths and needs, flexibility is key. You'll be helping out with guests of all levels and abilities, supporting the team wherever needed.

This is a Full-Time, Part time, or On Call Seasonal position with employee housing available starting at $325/month.

Perks:

Starting pay: $21/hour

Employee housing available – starting at just $325/month

Free season pass to Boreal, Soda Springs, and all POWDR resorts

Full access to the Bunker—Woodward Tahoe’s indoor training facility with trampolines, foam pits, skateparks, and more

Discounts on food, retail, and gear

Discounts for friends and family

Work in a fun, supportive, mountain-town environment

Career advancement opportunities across the Woodward and POWDR network

Responsibilities:

Provide exceptional guest service at all times

Teach group and/or private lessons to various age groups and skill levels

Support the team with operational tasks off the hill

Act as a resort ambassador promoting safety and positivity

Help maintain and set up on-hill infrastructure including signage, fencing, and equipment

Operate magic carpets following safety guidelines and training

Educate guests on resort offerings and programming

Follow instructions and carry out daily responsibilities

Keep Snowsports facilities clean and guest-ready

What We’re Looking For:

A guest service mindset with an outgoing, friendly attitude

Excellent communication skills

Strong understanding of safe practices and ethical behavior

Team players who bring positivity to group dynamics

Ability to stay calm, composed, and professional under pressure

Physically able to ski/snowboard in all weather for extended periods

Able to lift 50 lbs and meet physical demands of the role

Able to pass a background check

Availability on weekends and holidays is required

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common.  We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view.  Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.

If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to talentandculture@woodwardmountaincenters.com