On-Snow Volunteers
Description
Assist the adaptive instructor with the lesson both indoors and on-the-hill. The assistant is also an ambassador to the student and his/her family, explaining the Adaptive Program and their involvement. Outside activities involve skiing/riding with the instructor and student while helping the instructor as needed. This includes helping the student get on and off the chairlift.
Qualifications
- Advanced beginner skier or rider
- Minimum age of 16
- Desire and/or previous experience working with people with disabilities
Training Requirements
- Half-day adaptive orientation session the morning of November 12, 2011
- On-snow training on January 7 or 8, 2012
Time Commitment
After completing the training, you will need to volunteer for a minimum of 5 weekend days during the season.
