Dance / Vocal Instructor
Job Title: Dance & Vocal Instructor Interns (Paid & For-Credit Opportunities)
Organization: Tariakuri Academy – Teatro Tariakuri
Location: 3117 W. 63rd Street Chicago IL | In-Person
Type: Internship (Part-Time | Academic Credit Eligible | Paid Options Available)
About the Opportunity:
Tariakuri Academy is a community-based performing arts program seeking passionate Dance, Theater, and Music interns to support youth arts education. This internship is designed for students and emerging artists looking to gain real classroom teaching experience, arts education training, and performance development skills in a culturally rooted environment.
Styles & Disciplines:
Hip-Hop • Ballet • Jazz • Tap • Vocal Training • Theater Arts
Intern Responsibilities:
- Assist or lead youth dance and/or vocal classes
- Support lesson planning, warm-ups, and choreography
- Help guide students in rehearsals and performances
- Work alongside professional teaching artists
- Contribute to an inclusive, creative classroom environment
- Gain hands-on experience in arts education and youth development
Who Should Apply:
We encourage applications from students and emerging artists in:
- Dance
- Theater
- Music / Vocal Performance
- Performing Arts Education
- Education, Youth Work, or Community Arts
Ideal candidates are:
- Passionate about teaching and mentorship
- Interested in arts education, choreography, or directing
- Strong communicators and team players
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required
Internship Benefits:
- Academic credit eligible internship (we support school requirements)
- Real classroom teaching experience with youth
- Mentorship from professional teaching artists
- Opportunity to build resume/reel in performing arts education
- Potential paid stipend or hourly compensation based on availability
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and any supporting materials (reel, portfolio, or class experience) to:
📧 jgarcia@teatrotariakuri.org
Why Tariakuri Academy?
Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to cultural storytelling, youth empowerment, and performing arts education. Build your experience while making a meaningful impact in the community.