BE A PART OF THE LEGACY
Join a team built on 90+ years of passion, progression, and teaching at Vermont’s most iconic peak.
At Stowe Ski + Ride School, We are…
A team built on passion, progression, and a 90+ year legacy of teaching skiing and riding at one of the East’s most iconic mountains. Our history is rooted in developing exceptional instructors and creating meaningful on-snow experiences, and we continue that today by supporting one another, investing in training, and delivering high-quality lessons to every guest. What we do goes beyond teaching—we help people build confidence, discover the sport, and connect with the mountain. People choose to join our team for that shared purpose, the opportunity to grow their skills, and the chance to be part of a community that values learning, camaraderie, and time on snow.
CELEBRATING 90+ YEARS OF EXCELLENCE!
Now Hiring for Winter 2026–2027
Join one of the East’s most respected Ski & Ride Schools.Available Roles
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INSTRUCTOR (Ages 18+) - Apply Now
Certified & Uncertified Positions
Full-Time and Part Time Positions Available
Requirements:
Must be 18 or older on date of Hire.
Must Ski or Ride at an Intermediate level or above
Must be available at least 20 days/ season, and during weekends & holidays.
Must be willing and able to work with with Children ages 3-14.
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An exceptional first job, Junior Instructors do the same job as an Instructor but are limited to teaching in the novice/beginner area.
Requirements:
Must be age 16 by date of hire.
Must Ski or Ride at an Intermediate Level or above
Must be available at least 20 days/ season, and during weekends & holidays.
Must be willing and able to work with with Children ages 3-14.
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SUPPORT STAFF - Job Posting Coming Soon
The Stowe Ski & Ride School Support Staff team plays a key role in creating an exceptional experience for our youngest guests. Team members assist with daily operations, student check-in and check-out, lunch service, indoor and outdoor activities, and maintaining safe, welcoming learning environments for children ages 3–14. This hands-on position combines guest service, childcare support, and mountain operations, with opportunities to assist ski school lessons and spend time on snow alongside instructors. Applicants should be comfortable skiing or snowboarding at an intermediate level, including the ability to navigate blue terrain safely and confidently.
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SUPPORT STAFF Ages 16 & 17 - Job Posting Coming Soon
SUPPORT STAFF Ages 14 & 15 - Job Posting Coming Soon
Frequently Asked Questions
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Stowe Mountain Resort is proud to be a part of Vail Resorts, a company with 37 world class resorts, developing leadership and innovation in the Mountains.
With over 225 PSIA-AASI Certified Instructors, including 18 current or former PSIA-AASI educational staff members, The Stowe Ski and Snowboard school has the reputation of being one of the top schools in the country and we maintain that, in part, through our staff’s pursuit of certification and continuing education.
Over 85% of our staff has attained at least a Level 1 certification with about half of that group having either Level 2 or above.
Our coaches are constantly seeking to develop their professional growth and are supported by 18 current PSIA and AASI Education Staff Members that include 3 Former PSIA/AASI National Team members, 3 Eastern Team Members, and 3 Eastern Division Children’s Examiners.
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Offered on
Block 1: Mon 11/30, Tue 12/01, Wed 12/02, Thu 12/03
Block 2: Sat 12/05, Sun 12/06, Sat 12/12, Sun 12/13
This Training is Mandatory and a part of the employees provisional hiring period.
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At Stowe, learning doesn't stop after New Hire Training. Throughout the season, instructors have access to optional elective training sessions designed to help you build confidence, improve your skiing or riding, develop teaching skills, and prepare for certification.
Whether you're brand new to instructing or looking to continue your professional development, elective trainings provide additional opportunities to learn from experienced trainers, ski and ride with peers, and grow as an instructor.
Participation is optional but highly encouraged for anyone looking to make the most of their season at Stowe.
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Stowe Ski and Ride School applicants must be able to attend a mandatory new-hire training, and submit an approved availability calendar of at least 20-days, with availability on weekends and holidays.
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Epic Pass for Employees
Discounted Epic Pass for eligible employee dependents.
40% off Vail Resorts Retail Outlets
60% off top brands through special access programs.
$8.00 Employee Lunch options
Free World-Class Training Clinics
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Starting Wage: $20.00
Base Rate Increases for Certifications
Private Request Bonues.
Rate Modifier for Hours work in a season.
Request Bonus Modifier for request hours earned in a previous season.
Summer Staff Feature: Emma "Skizzi" Huffman
What does it take to bike 1,350 miles across Europe?
For Stowe Adaptive Supervisor Skizzi Huffman, it meant battling fierce storms, physical exhaustion, and moments of real uncertainty while riding through seven countries to raise awareness and support for Vermont adaptive athletes.
In EuroVelo 6: Adaptability For All, Skizzi shares a powerful story of resilience, perseverance, and the lessons she learned on the road. Along the way, she discovered that adaptability isn't about avoiding challenges—it's about finding a way forward, even when the path ahead feels impossible.
Read the full story to follow Skizzi's incredible journey and see how the determination of adaptive athletes inspired every mile.
