Position Title: Freestyle Snowboard Coach, Snow School (Seasonal)
Department: Recreation (Snow School)
Reports to: Manager Snow School, Supervisor Snow School or designate
Our Mission: Offer unique and memorable experiences through fun-filled programs, activities and events!
Job Summary: Freestyle Snowboard Coaches will provide freestyle instruction to participants of all ages and skill levels in a fun, inclusive, and safe environment. They will deliver high-quality coaching focused on skill development, confidence-building, and a passion for skiing, all while ensuring exceptional guest experiences.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging, effective coaching instruction tailored to various age groups and abilities.
- Maintain up-to-date certifications and adhere to all teaching and safety standards.
- Keep accurate and organized records of lessons, including attendance and plans.
- Communicate effectively with students and parents to ensure high levels of satisfaction and feedback.
- Ensure participant safety at all times through risk management and situational awareness.
- Be punctual and adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
- Attend all required pre-season corporate and department training sessions.
- Participate in ongoing on-snow and professional development opportunities.
- Actively work towards achieving higher levels of certification.
- Support other departments as needed, based on operational
- Represent Chicopee with a guest-first attitude at all times
Key Qualifications:
- Certified and in good standing with the Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI)
- CASI Park 1 Instructors
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Physically capable of lifting up to 20.4 kg (45 lbs) and performing physically demanding tasks.
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
- Bilingualism is considered an asset.
- Customer-focused mindset with a passion for snow sports and instruction.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be flexible and available to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and during peak periods (e.g., Christmas, March Break)
- Passionate about the outdoor and recreation industry
- Approachable, empathetic, and a strong communicator
- Must provide your own Black (logo-free) snow pants, CSA Z263.1, ASTM F2040, EN 1077, or Snell RS 98 certified ski/snowboard helmet and ski/snowboard equipment
- During Dryland training, if applicable, provide and wear close toed comfortable shoes, athletic attire (with shorts at a minimum 5" inseam, and shirts at a minimum cap sleeve), and all black layering pieces, for warmth or element protection.
- Other uniform items in accordance with Chicopee’s policy
- A Chicopee uniform jacket will be provided upon receipt of a $100 refundable deposit and signed Uniform
- You have, or can use our Human Resource platform to obtain, the following certificates: WHMIS; Ladder Safety; Ontario Health & Safety Awareness (OHSA); Workplace Violence & Harassment (Bill 168 & 132); Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); IASR: Information and Communications Standards and Employment Standards; Understanding Human Rights; Safe Lifting; Gender and Sexual Diversity; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB); Safe Food Handling (for Food and Beverage Employees) Training
Background Check:
- A satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) is required if you are 18 years of age or older.
