Coronet Peak Ski Area, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand Req #432Tuesday, 17 December 2024Are you fuelled by a passion for the outdoors? Is there something indescribable that draws you to the mountains? Let's chat. Joining our crew is more than just working at a ski field - it's a lifestyle, seasonal work is a rollercoaster but it's one that creates lasting memories that you'll talk about for a lifetime.Our NZSki community has been growing since 1947 and continues to offer the best experience for our crew, locals, and guests alike. Everyone at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt cares for the mountains and shares a passion for snowsports and the surrounding regions. Our success is due to our awesome customer service, first-class facilities, majestic scenery, and wild terrain.Dreaming of combining your passion for education with your love of Snowsports? If so, there is no better place than Skiwiland at Coronet Peak, our licensed Early Learning Centre catering for children from 2 to 5 years old. Here you will have the opportunity to foster a love of Snowsports and the mountains in our unique alpine environment.You will quickly build trusting relationships with tamariki (children) that empower them to take on the challenge of our environment. Parents' expectations and prior knowledge will guide you as you support each child to get to know the centre, our mountain and those around them.You will be responsible for educating and caring for children in accordance with the Te Whariki framework and the criteria set by the ministry of education. Through play and fun, the ideal candidate will teach our youngest guests about skiing and mountain culture both on and off-snow. This is a varied role; no two days will be the same.About the RoleIntroduce 2 to 5-year-old children to the basic skills of skiing through play and fun.Create indoor and outdoor environments that allow tamariki to experience mountain culture.Provide on-snow learn to ski lessons within the Skiwiland environment.Learn how the ECE curriculum "Te Whariki" is used to weave a localised curriculum.Assist parents with inquiries, booking and the sign in process.Ensure that the inside and outside of the centre is always inviting to children and their families.Regularly shovel snow and move outdoor equipment to maintain the best environment for learning.Engage in personal and professional learning opportunities.Contribute to Internal Evaluation, Story Hui and monthly staff meetings.Identify and report hazards and proactively uphold health and safety standards.About YouProfessional experience working with children.Dedicated, flexible and willing to take ownership of our youngest and most important guests' experience.Proactive and comfortable stepping in and helping other departments when and as required.Be committed to learning and self-development.Enjoy working in a dynamic, fun and vibrant team environment.The ability to ski to intermediate level and own your own ski equipment.NZSIA level one or equivalent is an advantage.Understand that employment is subject to the weather and business levels and the hours of work cannot be guaranteed.Skills and QualificationsCurrent First Aid certificate desirable.Prior experience working with children.Passion for skiing and the mountain environment is essential.Entry-level ski qualification or early years qualification would be an advantage.A second language would be an advantage.All successful applicants will be required to be vetted by the NZ Police.As Kaitiaki of the mountains we have an enduring commitment to our environment, people, and communities to ensure they benefit from our presence and as proud supporters of Winter Pride we've pledged to continue to provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.Uniform for all roles is provided (just bring your own base layers).A few other reasons to join our Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt crew:3 Peak winter season pass (Full Time crew).Discounted day passes at other ski areas.Transport to/from mountains.Fantastic wellbeing support for all staff.Nutritional hot crew meals each day (Discounted).Discounts at many local eateries, bars, breweries and retail outlets.Discounts on mountain.Regularly organised social activities off mountain.Cool recognition programmes with prizes.Earn and learn – free ski lessons (Full Time crew).
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