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About CVA

Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) is an independent, college-preparatory boarding/day school for 7th grade to post-graduate students, located at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain. The mission of CVA is to foster focused, individual student-athlete development by providing the optimum balance between college preparatory academics, responsible community living, and world-class athletic training in competitive skiing and snowboarding. CVA is more than a school; it is a way of life that is shaped by the ruggedness of the terrain and environment. We create a life-changing experience not found elsewhere, an experience that creates growth, opportunity, and choices. To learn more about our unique school, visit our website at www.gocva.com.

Positions for the 2022-2023 School Year

Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) is currently accepting applications for the 2022-23 school year for teaching faculty, administrative staff, and coaches. Opportunities range from full-time year-round to part-time seasonal employment. Full job descriptions will be posted as they become available. For more information or to express interest in working with CVA student-athletes, please contact Kate Punderson by email at kpunderson@gocva.com or by phone at 207-237-4470.


Employee Benefits

  • Compensation commensurate with experience 
  • Health Insurance, STD, LTD, Voluntary Accident, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 6+months of the year
  • Sugarloaf Alpine and Nordic Season Pass for all employees
  • Meals in Campus Dining Commons open to employees and their families during the school year
  • On-campus housing, pending availability
  • Access to endless recreation opportunities of the Carrabassett Valley including skiing, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, fishing and more


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  • Alpine Weekend Program Coach

    Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) is looking to hire one, part-time Alpine Weekend Program coach for the 2022/2023 season. The ideal candidate’s qualities include motivation, enthusiasm, a love of skiing, positive and supportive communication, and the ability to connect with our athletes. Racing background is a plus. Coaches receive a ski pass and other CVA employee benefits. Applicants must be able to secure a U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership and pass Safesport training. This is a great opportunity for a coach who wishes to develop professionally and is looking for mentoring to become the best coach you can be! Please contact Kirk Dwyer at kdwyer@gocva.com or 970-409-7765.

    Responsibilities include: 
    • Coaching Alpine Weekend Program athletes (ages 8-18)
    • Training with athletes 2 days/week, on weekends, at Sugarloaf
    • Traveling to local races to support athletes, as needed
    • Effectively communicating with athletes, coaching staff, and parents
    • Providing evaluations at the end-of-the season for all athletes

    Other Duties
    • Tap into a student’s passion for skiing, love of the outdoors, and willingness to work hard to help each athletes achieve his/her/their personal best
    All applicants must have a valid US Driver's license.

  • Freestyle Moguls Coach

    Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) is looking to hire one, full-time Freestyle Moguls Coach moving into the 2022/2023 season. The ideal candidate has a solid background in Freestyle skiing. Coaching experience is a plus. Candidates must be high-energy and passionate about their sport. Compensation is competitive with housing possible. Coaches receive ski passes and other discounted rates for dependents in academy, weekend program, and camps. Applicants must be able to pass and secure a U.S. Ski & Snowboard background check, CPR/First Aid certification, Safesport, etc. Please contact Action Sports Director Nate McKenzie for more information at nmckenzie@gocva.com.

    Responsibilities include: 
    • Coaching Freestyle Moguls A-level athletes 
    • Managing travel and training camps/ planning for the season
    • Training with athletes 6 days a week, when at Sugarloaf
    • Providing video analysis of athletes
    • Goal setting for each athlete
    • Budgeting and reconciling financial costs for the Moguls team
    • Occasional travel for one week, or more, at a time

    Other Duties
    • Perform requisite number of weekday and weekend dormitory duties required of all faculty and staff 
    • Tap into a student’s passion for skiing, love of the outdoors, and willingness to work hard to help each athletes achieve his/her/their personal best
    All applicants must have a valid US Driver's license.

  • Freestyle Weekend Program Coach

    Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) Ski Cross is looking to hire one, part-time Freestyle Weekend Program coach for the 2022/2023 season. The ideal candidate has a background in Freestyle skiing. Coaching experience is a plus. Candidates must be high-energy and passionate about their sport. Coaches receive ski passes and other discounted rates for dependents in academy, weekend program, and camps. Applicants must be able to secure a U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership and pass Safesport training. Please contact Action Sports Director Nate McKenzie for more information at nmckenzie@gocva.com.

    Responsibilities include: 
    • Coaching the Freestyle Weekend Program athletes (ages 8-18)
    • Training with athletes 2 days/ week, on weekends, at Sugarloaf
    • Traveling to local events, as needed
    • Effectively communicating with athletes, coaching staff, and parents
    • Providing evaluations at the end-of-the season for all athletes

    Other Duties
    • Tap into a student’s passion for skiing, love of the outdoors, and willingness to work hard to help each athletes achieve his/her/their personal best
    All applicants must have a valid US Driver's license.

  • Maintenance/Custodian

    Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) has an open position in the Maintenance Department.  This position is a year-round position, for 32-40 hours per week. The position involves the daily maintenance and cleaning of CVA building, grounds, and equipment. The schedule is flexible, and applicants would work with both students and faculty in a secondary education setting. Interested candidates should contact Dave Koenig at 207-237-4451 or dkoenig@gocva.com. 
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Inspects the building, grounds, and equipment.
    • Handles necessary repairs and maintenance
    • Keeps buildings and property in clean and orderly condition.
    • Performs routine maintenance activities.
    • Performs routine and deep cleaning duties.
    • Keeps a maintenance log and reports any issues to the maintenance manager
    • Responds to repair and maintenance requests in a timely fashion.
    • Collaborates with the maintenance team and contractors as needed.
    • Reads and follows manuals, blueprints, and other written instructions.
    • Uses equipment, including power tools, hand tools, electric tools, and plumbing tools.
    • Gathers and empties trash.
    • Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
    • Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
    • Drives vehicles required to perform or maintenance work, including industrial trucks or vans.
     
    Qualification Requirements
    • At least one year of building maintenance, construction, plumbing, or electrician experience is strongly preferred, but not required.
    • A certification in building maintenance is a plus.
    • Must have a driver’s license and a clean driving record.
    • Handles the physical demands of the job, including standing, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds.
    • Communicates effectively. 
    • Collaborates with maintenance workers, maintenance managers, and contractors.

    Compensation and Benefits 
    • Competitive wages
    • Health Insurance, STD, LTD, Voluntary Accident, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 6+months of the year
    • Sugarloaf Alpine and Nordic Season Pass 
    • Meals open to employees and their families during the school year

  • Ski Cross Weekend Program Coach

    Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) Ski Cross is looking to hire one, part-time Ski Cross Weekend Program coach for the 2022/2023 season. The ideal candidate has a racing background in ski cross or alpine. Candidates must be energetic and enjoy working with kids. Applicants must be able to secure a U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership and pass Safesport training. Please contact Head Coach and Program Manager, Michael Phelan, with any inquires. Email: Mphelan@gocva.com or Phone: 401 787 0683.

    Responsibilities include: 
    • Coaching the Ski Cross Weekend Program athletes (ages 8-18)
    • Training with athletes 2 days/ week, on weekends, at Sugarloaf
    • Traveling to USASA Maine Mountain SX events as needed
    • Effectively communicating with athletes, coaching staff, and parents
    • Providing evaluations at the end-of-the season for all athletes

  • Snowboard Weekend Program Coach

    Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) is looking to hire part-time Snowboard Weekend Program coaches for the 2022/2023 season. The ideal candidate has a competitive snowboarding background. Candidates must be energetic and enjoy working with kids. Applicants must be able to secure a U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership and pass Safesport training. Please contact Snowboard Program Director, Freddy McCarthy, at fmccarthy@gocva.com with any inquires. 

    Responsibilities include: 
    • Coaching the Snowboard Weekend Program athletes (ages 8-18)
    • Training with athletes 2 days/ week, on weekends, at Sugarloaf
    • Traveling to USASA Maine Mountain events, as needed
    • Effectively communicating with athletes, coaching staff, and parents
    • Providing evaluations at the end-of-the season for all athletes

    Other Duties
    • Tap into a student’s passion for skiing, love of the outdoors, and willingness to work hard to help each athletes achieve his/her/their personal best
    All applicants must have a valid US Driver's license.

At Home in the Carrabassett Valley

Carrabassett Valley is home to 4,000-foot Sugarloaf Mountain Resort, Maine's largest ski area. The resort offers 162 skiing and snowboarding trails, terrain parks, and an Olympian-designed Cross course. In the winter months, Carrabassett Valley also offers over 80 miles of groomed trails connecting four backcountry eco-lodges for Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, and fat biking, open to the public at no charge. In warmer weather, grab a round at Sugarloaf’s renowned golf or enjoy the nearly 100 miles of mountain bike trails including over 20 miles of newly-constructed, purpose-built single-track for all abilities.  With a short ride to nearby Flagstaff Lake, the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail, or any of the surrounding ponds and streams in the region, you can enjoy boating, canoeing, kayaking, and paddle barding opportunities. Feel like hiking? Access to the Appalachian Trail is right out our front door! Carrabassett Valley has it all!


CVA Parent

What makes CVA so unique? First impressions of CVA are the friendly gatherings in the lobby as you enter the building. The lobby is the heart of the school and you can learn a lot by observing the energy and camaraderie of the students as they prepare for classes or leave for competitions.

Carrabassett Valley Academy

3197 Carrabassett Drive
Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
 (207) 237-2250
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