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Snowsports Instructor (Short Term)

Not available for all of the season but still want to work for us and see what Niseko has to offer?

A short term contract will perfect for you and allow you to come and enjoy the best snow of the winter!

Skills & Experience Required

  • Be able to obtain a valid Japanese Working Visa or meet the requirements for a sponsored visa
  • A minimum Level 1 APSI or equivalent snowsports certification is required
  • A minimum of one full time season of teaching experience (250 hours teaching)
  • Provide a high level of customer service and continually strive to exceed our guest’s expectations
  • Use appropriate terrain to develop skills, build confidence and facilitate fun learning
  • Provide guidance & feedback in a manner that is supportive, encouraging & helps students achieve their goals.
  • Must have own snowsports equipment
  • Maintain a reasonable level of fitness and health
  • Committed to your continued professional development

Job Particulars

Employment Period and Hours of Work

  • Short season contract is from December - February
  • Days of work will vary across the season and be determined by demands of the business

Pay Rate

  • Instructor base rate is determined by industry certification and minimum seasons teaching experience
  • Additional bonus' for cross over certification, Cantonese/Mandarin language skills, 6 or more seasons full time teaching experience and local Niseko teaching experience

Job Benefits

Lift Passes

  • An All Mountain season lift pass is provided

Travel Support Bonus

  • ¥30,000 travel cost support bonus upon contract completion.

Subsidised Accommodation and Staff Shuttle

  • Subsidised staff accommodation available starting from ¥5,000 per month quad share, ¥15,000 twin share (or double for couples) with all utilities, basic supplies and WiFi included.
  • Free Staff shuttle available between Hirafu Village and Kutchan Town

Discounts on HTM's services

  • Discounts available on bookings made by staff at Niseko Central, Ki Niseko and Skye Niseko and also all HTM services including Kumo Restaurant, An Dining, YamaSport rentals and Ryko and Ki Spa.

Looking for more job options?

Visit the HTM Careers site for more positions available or contact us at [email protected]