This is not just a training program. Participation with this group signifies intent to apply for a job with NRM. Participants in the IT program who choose not to continue on this path will be directed towards other NRM training programs that fit closer to their goals.
IT/Snowboard Education Team Member Pathways
After successfully achieving your AASI Level III, you become eligible to enroll in the AASI NRM region Snowboard Education Team In Training (IT) program. ITs are “in training” to lead AASI NRM Level I assessment events, other AASI NRM education events and on their way to DCE-1 status.
Hiring Process
- Register, at least two weeks prior to the start date (or pay a late fee) and attend a AASI NRM Snowboard Education Team-IT training event. These are generally held once a year, approximately one week prior to the PSIA-AASI NRM Fall Festival in Big Sky.
- Shadow a two day AASI NRM Level I assessment event
- Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a completed summary of the Level I assessment event you shadowed. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who and why you did what you did.
- Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a summary of your own version of a AASI NRM Level 1 assessment event, as if you were leading. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, why and why you will do what you do.
The NRM Snowboard Education Committee will vote on whether you are ready to become a DCE-1 or need to continue your training.
Once you have attained Education Staff 1 status, you may choose to attain Education Staff 2 status.
Hiring Process
- Shadow a AASI NRM Level II Prep Clinic
- Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a completed summary of the clinic you shadowed. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you did what you did.
- Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a summary of your own version of a Level II Prep Clinic, as if you were leading. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you will do what you do.
- Shadow a AASI NRM Level II assessment event
- Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a completed summary of the assessment event you shadowed. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you did what you did.
- Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a summary of your own version of a Level II assessment event, as if you were leading. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you will do what you do.
- The NRM Snowboard Education Committee will vote on whether you are ready to become a Education Staff 2 or need to continue your training.
Hiring Process
Shadow a AASI NRM Level III Prep Clinic.
Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a completed summary of the clinic you shadowed. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you did what you did.
Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a summary of your own version of a Level III Prep Clinic, as if you were leading. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you will do what you do.
Shadow a AASI NRM Level III assessment event.
Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a completed summary of the assessment event you shadowed. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you did what you did.
Email the NRM Snowboard discipline chair a summary of your own version of a Level III assessment event, as if you were leading. This should consist of a general timeline of when, what, where, who, and why you will do what you do.
The NRM Snowboard Education Committee will vote on whether you are ready to become a DCE-3 or need to continue your training.
The hiring event will happen each spring and registration is required. Historically, the on-snow skills assessment part of the hiring process has happened after the final certification assesments. However, NRM may hire employees when the need arises.
Who can apply?
- Returning Snowboard Education Team staff
- NRM members in good standing that have completed one season in the IT program and have their CS 2
- Education staff members/assessors transferring from other regions who have their CS 2.
National Team members/coaches/selectors determine a game plan for the on-snow portion of the hiring event and make the final hiring decisions. Once determined, they will then notify the Snowboard discipline chair, Snowboard assistant discipline chair, coaches and the NRM Region office. If hired, you will be expected to attend the Administration Orientation at Fall Training or after the Spring Hiring event.
- Member in good standing of NRM (dues paid in full)
- Commit to at least four days of availability each season
