Employment

FUN’damentals (ages 5-7, U6/U8) is our new entry-level, learn-to-ski program focusing on beginner classic technique movement, agility, balance, coordination, and comfortability on skis. This group emphasizes growing individual and team-oriented confidence, while pursuing fun ski activities. A typical practice will include a mobility warm-up activity, an exploratory group ski, and ending with a game. Skiers have the options to participate in one or two practice days a week.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, energetic, and positive practices for your group of similarly skilled and aged skiers on a weekly basis.

• Meet the FUN’damentals Learning Objectives, by following your group’s open-ended Practice Plan, specific to fun, basic classic technique, agility, and coordination activities.

• Come prepared to practice by checking in on email communications and FUN’damentals’ Google Drive.

• Responsible for your group’s equipment at the beginning and end of each practice. This includes distributing to your athletes and collecting/returning depending on a dedicated process.

• Keep an open dialogue with the Junior Programs Coordinator regarding any progress, accomplishments, or issues. 

Coaching Licensure and Certifications

• Abide by all Crested Butte Nordic Team (CBNT), Crested Butte Nordic Council (CBNC), SafeSport, Procedures, and Code(s) of Conduct.

• Completion of SafeSport Training provided upon hiring.

• Hold a current CPR/First Aid certification or greater.

• Report any violations of CBNC (including, but not limited to, SafeSport violations) in compliance with organizational procedures.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

• Positive, outgoing, and fun personality.

• Well-versed cross-country skier, technically sound in both classic and skate disciplines.

• Previous experience working with athletes, ages 5-7.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience coaching junior cross-country ski programs.

• Skilled at communicating activities in an age-appropriate manner.

Time Commitment

This position is approximately 2-4 hrs/week, depending on the coaching schedule. The season spans over the course of 9 weeks, starting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 and ending Friday, March 13, 2026. No practices will be held February 16 -20, 2026 for February Break. Practices run Wednesdays and Fridays; Wednesdays 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm and Fridays 4:00pm - 5:30pm. A FUN’damental Coach’s practice time commitment is 2 hours, with the expectation that they would arrive 30 mins prior to the start of practice. 

Pay and Benefits

• Starting at $55*/session, 2 hour time commitment, total of 18 sessions/season (9 weeks)

• CB Nordic Seasonal Benefits

*Pay rate based on previous years of coaching for Crested Butte Nordic Team

Contact

For questions and/or to apply, please contact Eleanor Skinner, Junior Programs Coordinator and Race Prep Team Head Coach, eleanor@cbnordic.org.

The position is open until filled.

One of our newly offered programs, the Noncompetitive Middle School and High School Program (ages 11-18), are suited for those athletes who are interested in continuing developing as a skier in a low-stakes and low intensity setting. This program is suited for athletes who want to stay fit in the winter months but are not interested in racing. The Noncompetitive Middle School and High School Programs provides a supportive, team-oriented environment for skiers looking for choose-your-own-practices under CBNT coaching supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, energetic, and positive practices for your group of similarly skilled and aged skiers on a weekly basis.

• Work alongside Junior Programs Coordinator to engage with the Noncompetitive athletes to assess their goals for the season and make feasible plans for achievement.

• Come prepared to practice by checking in on email communications and Noncompetitive's Google Drive.

• Be accessible before and after practice to manage equipment and/or answer any skier’s questions.

• Keep an open dialogue with the Junior Programs Coordinator regarding any progress, accomplishments, or issues. 

Coaching Licensure and Certifications

• Abide by all Crested Butte Nordic Team (CBNT), Crested Butte Nordic Council (CBNC), SafeSport, Procedures, and Code(s) of Conduct.

• Completion of SafeSport Training provided upon hiring.

• Hold a current CPR/First Aid certification or greater.

• Report any violations of CBNC (including, but not limited to, SafeSport violations) in compliance with organizational procedures.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

• Positive, outgoing, and fun personality.

• Well-versed cross-country skier, technically sound in both classic and skate disciplines.

• Previous experience working with athletes, ages 11-18.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience coaching junior cross-country ski programs.

• Skilled at communicating activities and technique in an age-appropriate manner.

• Experience competing in cross-country races at the high school, collegiate, or post-collegiate level.

Time Commitment

This position is approximately 4 hrs/week, with two additional weekend adventure days TBD. The season spans over the course of 12 weeks, starting Tuesday, December 2, 2025 and ending Thursday, March 12, 2026. No practices will be held December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026 for Winter Break, and February 16 -20, 2026 for February Break. Practices run Tuesdays and Thursdays; Tuesday/Thursday 4:00pm - 5:30pm. A Noncompetitive Coach’s practice time commitment is 2 hours, with the expectation that they would arrive 30 mins prior to the start of practice. 

Pay and Benefits

• Starting at $55*/session, 2 hour time commitment, total of 26 sessions/season (12 weeks)

• CB Nordic Seasonal Benefits

*Pay rate based on previous years of coaching for Crested Butte Nordic Team

Contact

For questions and/or to apply, please contact Eleanor Skinner, Junior Programs Coordinator and Race Prep Team Head Coach, eleanor@cbnordic.org.

The position is open until filled.