2026 tSB Snowboard Instructor Application

2026 tSB Snowboard Instructor Application

Dear Prospective and returning tSB Snowboard Instructor, Thank you for taking the time to complete this application! We’re proud to have been supporting our community and the young people that live here for over 30 years, and we could not have done this work without the amazing commitment of community members, such as yourself. The time and energy that our amazing program volunteers give is pivotal to each and every tSB youth’s experience throughout Core Program. Snowboarding is a key component of tSB's Core Program, and the work of dedicated snowboard instructors help make that possible. On mountain we can promise that you’ll share laughs, frustrations, smiles, and great food as we work to build a more supportive, inclusive, and bold community! We are excited to learn more about you through this application process.
Application Deadline: October 20, 2025!

If you would like to save this application to return to later, you can do so via the link at the bottom of this page!
Name:*

First NameLast Name
View 2025-2026 SI Schedule and Key Dates

SI/Coach Specific Requirements:
- Intermediate riding and skating/gliding ability (AASI Cert not required but welcome!)
- ALL INSTRUCTORS ARE ASKED TO SERVE AT (4) out of 6 total dates during the season and attend the EOY Overnight retreat in May
- Attend at least 2 Core Program workshop (Wednesdays 5:30-8pm)
- Attend at least 2 Core Program service project (Saturdays 10am-2pm)
tSB is constantly monitoring public health developments closely. tSB’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and programming are subject to change as public health recommendations change.
Basic Information

Please fill this out as thoroughly as possible!
Email
example@example.com
I go by (preferred name):*

First NameLast NameOther
Have you been an SI with tSB before?*

YesNo
What year(s) were you an SI?
Ex. one year 2015, or a range 2018-2020
Are you interested in being an SI lead this year?

YesNo
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What pronouns can we use for you?*

They/ThemShe/HerHe/HimStill figuring it out!Add your own
Gender Identity*
Email:*
Cell Phone #:*
Date of Birth:*

MonthDayYear
Home Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
What neighborhood do you reside in?*
Ex: Beacon Hill, Central District, Rainier Beach, Hillman City, Capitol Hill etc...
Racial Identity: We acknowledge that while race is a social construct, racism is real and continues to disproportionately impact communities of color. We ask registrants to self-identify their racial identity so that we can evaluate our racial equity efforts. Which of the following racial identities do you most identify with? (Please check all that apply)*

Black (African American)Black (African)Black (Afro-Caribbean)Indigenous (North America)Indigenous (Central & South America)Alaskan NativeFirst NationsPacific IslanderNative HawaiianAsian (South)Asian (East)Asian (Southeast)Asian (Asian American)Middle EasternLatine and/or LatinxHispanicWhite (European American)Multiracial/BiracialOther
Please describe your ethnic background:*
Ex: Ethiopian, Cuban, Mexican, Vietnamese, etc.
Optional- Do you personally identify as or with any of these things? We ask you for demographic data specifically for grant and funding reporting purposes. This information will remain anonymous when counted and never be shared by any means outside of tSB. (Please select all that apply)

A RefugeeAn ImmigrantExperiencing housing insecurity (current, or previous)Formerly IncarcertatedA person with a DisabilityPart of the LGBTQIA+ communitySomeone in Foster Care (current, or previous)
Are you or anyone in your immediate family currently serving in the military or are a veteran?*

YesNo
Household Income (Annual):*
We are starting to collect this type of data on our Adult Volunteers to ensure we are are reaching volunteer candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Have you been a part of tSB in the past? please select all that apply:*

Prophet/Peer LeaderMentorBoard MemberEvent VolunteerDonorInternCommunity Partner / Program PartnerI have not worked with tSB in the pastOther
Short Short Answers

Some more basic information
How did you hear about the Service Board (tSB)?*
Are you multi-lingual? If yes, what language(s) do you speak? How proficient are you in speaking, reading and writing?*
In 3 words, how would people close to you describe you?*
How do you spend your free time?*
Do you have any scheduling conflicts with Saturday programming events from January to April?*
We snowboard Jan-April on Saturdays from roughly 7am-2pm
If selected, are you available to attend Virtual Training from 6:00-7:30 PM on December 10th?*
Don't worry, nothing is scheduled during holidays/school breaks.
If selected, are you available to attend tSB Adult Volunteer trainings on December 14-15th?*
Don't worry, nothing is scheduled during holidays/school breaks.
Are you currently (or have you ever been) snow-sport instructor certified through PSIA-AASI?:*
Professional Ski Instructors of America / American Association of Snowboard Instructors : offers Level I, II, and III certifications
Are you currently (or have you ever been) certified in Wilderness first aid or any first aid/ first response training? If so, please list the date and specific certification you received.*
Wilderness first aid, or "WFA", is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for ill and/or injured people in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician and or/ rapid transport is not readily available.
Do you have reliable transportation to the mountains we visit? (Snoqualmie Pass, Steven's Pass, Crystal Mountain)?:*

YesNoMaybeMight need to carpool with other snowboard instructors
Are you willing/able to offer your vehicle to carpool with other tSB Snowboard Instructors?*

YesNoMaybePrefer not to
Upon acceptance as an Adult Volunteer in tSB programming, will you consent to a background-check through Washington State? (tSB only screens for evidence of child endangerment):*

YesNo
Longer Short Answers

We want to get to know you better (if you are a RETURNING SI please just throw a lil smiley face in the boxes for long-answers you don't want to answer- thanks!)
How do you align with or relate to tSB's Core Values? (Social Justice, Community, Outdoor Adventure, Service): *
Read more here: https://theserviceboard.org/about/
How would you rate your personal snowboarding skill level, and what is something you'd like to improve on this coming season?*
Why do you want to be a snowboard instructor with tSB?*
Do you have any previous experience working with high school aged youth? If yes, then tell us a bit about it? If no, then what excites you about working with this age group?*
Tell us about a time where you taught someone how to do something. What did you teach them and how did you personally prepare to do that?*
How would you motivate a youth to continue snowboarding if they didn’t want to keep going? How would you motivate a fellow adult Mentor?*
Please upload a copy of your resume - this helps us keep track of the many skills present in our network!*

We only ask for a resume so we can see what job experiences or applicable career skills you could potentially lend to tSB youth in your time as a volunteer - not because we're evaluating you or judging you in any way!
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Do you have any questions for tSB? Anything else you would like us to know?
Thanks for taking the time to review and complete this application! We are excited to meet you and hear your vision for tSB's Core Program! If you have any questions please reach out to us at info@theserviceboard.org.
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2026 tSB Snowboard Instructor Application

Application Deadline: October 20, 2025!

Basic Information

Please Update Some Basic Information for us!

Short Short Answers

Longer Short Answers

Thanks for taking the time to review and complete this application! We are excited to meet you and hear your vision for tSB's Core Program! If you have any questions please reach out to us at info@theserviceboard.org.