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Kids Snowboard Instructor (Part Time) - Kids Centre - Winter 26/27
@ BWSR
Kelowna, British Columbia
Overview
BWSR, operating as Big White Ski & Board School, is hiring part-time kids snowboard instructors for the winter 2026/27 season at Big White Ski Resort, running roughly early December to early April. The role teaches children aged 4 to 12 following CASI methodology, with holiday-period and weekend commitments. The base wage is $20.50 per hour, and a criminal record check is required.
Pay:
$20.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Deliver snowboard lessons using CASI and Big White teaching methodology
- Develop lesson content for children aged 4 to 12
- Evaluate participants and complete achievement records
- Safeguard guests and fellow workers
- Handle incidents and emergencies per company procedures
Requirements summary:
- CASI Level 1 or higher snowboard instructor certification
- CSIA Level 1 or international equivalent strongly preferred
- Experience working with children in an organized setting preferred
- Two contactable references, cover letter and resume
- Current criminal record check
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Schedule | day, holidays, weekends |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 40 lb · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | CASI Level 1, CSIA Level 1, criminal record check |
| Background checks | criminal record |
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BWSR
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|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 48 |
Currently seeking CASI Level 1 and above instructors who are available part time for the winter season (approximately the beginning of December until early April). Expected commitment is multiple days during holiday periods and either Saturday or Sunday throughout the majority of the season. Flexible availability is considered an asset.
Possessing dual certification, equipment and willingness to teach both skiing and snowboarding is considered an asset.
Duties and responsibilities
- Deliver ski lessons following CASI and Big White Ski & Board School’s teaching methodology.
- Develop lesson content to create a safe and fun learning experience to children aged 4 to 12.
- Evaluate lesson participants and complete achievement records.
- Act with diligence to safeguard guests and fellow workers whenever applicable.
- Demonstrate effective problem solving as required.
- Embrace the KC motto of "safety + fun = more fun" when interacting with internal and external customers to create a memorable alpine experience.
- Work cooperatively and maintain open communication with Big White staff.
- Take appropriate action to deal with incidents and emergencies as per company procedures.
Position requirements
- Minimum of Level CSIA level 1 (or the international equivalent) and above is strongly preferred.
- Experience working with children in an organized setting is preferred (e.g. ski school, summer camps etc.)
- All applicants should submit a cover letter and resume with two contactable references, and include a copy of any relevant current certifications. Preference will be given to those who also have:
- Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI) certifications
- CSIA Snowpark or Canadian Freestyle Ski Association (CFSA) certifications
Criminal Record Checks
All employees are subject to criminal record checks at Big White Ski Resort. It is the responsibility of the employee to provide a current criminal record check.
Wage
Base wage is $20.50 per hour. Wage increases are based on relevant instructing certifications and time-based accruals.
Physical demands
- Ability to carry 40lbs/18kg while skiing/riding
- Ability to assist a fallen skier/snowboarder back onto their feet
- Ability to lift 40lbs/18kg
- Ability to ski/ride for 6-7 hours a day
PLEASE NOTE: All employment offers to foreign nationals are conditional upon individuals obtaining their own valid working holiday visas for the coming winter season. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for follow up interviews will be contacted.
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