Tropical Night Team – Instructor

Latin Street Dancing; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Latin Street in Chicago seeks a high-energy dance instructor to lead 30-minute beginner-friendly lessons (salsa, bachata, or cumbia) on weeknights.

You’ll coordinate with the DJ to time lessons and keep guests dancing, acting as the spark that lights the floor throughout the night.

Ideal candidates are experienced social dancers or instructors who are outgoing, community-minded, and eager for a fun weekly gig with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching social dances to groups.
• Ability to lead beginner-friendly 30-minute sessions.
• Comfortable working with a DJ to coordinate timing.
• Outgoing and able to hype up a room in a nightlife setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead 30-minute, beginner-friendly dance lessons (salsa, bachata, or cumbia) to kick off the night.
• Get guests dancing and socializing — you’re the spark that lights the floor!
• Work closely with the DJ and team to time lessons and crowd engagement.
• Float during the night to invite guests to dance and keep the vibe alive.
• Represent the Latin Street’s energy and core values with friendliness and approachability.

Skills

Teaching

Social dance

Crowd engagement

Event coordination

Job description

Can you light up a dance floor with just a smile and a few steps? We’re looking for a high-energy dance instructor to lead 30-minute lessons

Currently hiring instructors for several nights. Usually, lessons are at 9pm or 9:30pm.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead 30-minute, beginner-friendly dance lessons (salsa, bachata, or cumbia) to kick off the night.


• Get guests dancing and socializing — you’re the spark that lights the floor!


• Work closely with the DJ and team to time lessons and crowd engagement.


• Float during the night to invite guests to dance and keep the vibe alive.


• Represent the Latin Street’s energy and core values with friendliness and approachability.

Ideal For:

• Experienced social dance instructors (or advanced dancers comfortable teaching).


• Outgoing, engaging people who know how to hype up a room.


• Those looking for a fun, community-driven gig every week.

Schedule growth and more work opportunities will be available down the road.