Work with us!

Vault Theatre, a professional theatre company located in Durham, is dedicated to unlocking the imagination through comprehensive and innovative theatre programming onstage, in the classroom, and within the community. Vault Theatre is focused on investing in the artistic work and stories of our rising young voices. ​Our work celebrates stories of radical hope for the future for audiences of all ages, nurtures the artistic voices of young performers, creates dialogues for social change, and mentors early career artists for continued growth in the performing arts industry.  

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Vault Theatre is accepting applications for immediate classes starting in April, Summer, and Fall 2026. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with young artists ages 5-18

• Exceptional verbal and written communication. Ability to work collaboratively in a school or community organization environment 

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and proven ability to work effectively with persons of diverse backgrounds. 

• Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks within identified time frames.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and/or support the delivery of lesson plans by teaching artists in music, dance, and acting or additional specialized performing arts disciplines 

• Teach across multiple age groups

• Address the learning needs of diverse student populations. 

• Collaborate with other Teaching Artists 

• Attend professional development opportunities, team meetings and planning sessions for classes & workshops 

 

PROGRAMS
Rooted in the belief that theatre is a space for exchange—of stories, perspectives, and possibility—Vault Theatre offers year-round programming that brings people together to learn, create, and perform.

​Our work spans six core areas:

• Studio Classes that nurture creativity and confidence in early learners

• Training Classes that support practice and performance 

• School Break Camps that spark imagination during summer and track-out weeks

• Creative Learning residencies that partner with schools to integrate theatre into curriculum and social-emotional learning

• Leadership Initiatives that elevate youth voices and ownership in the creative process

• Professional Theatre productions that reflect the resilience, curiosity, and complexity of young people

​CURRENTLY HIRING 

• Creative Learning Teaching Artists for Afterschool programming between 1:15-4:30pm starting in April 

• Studio Teaching Artists for classes held at Vault Theatre Studios daily between 4pm-7pm starting in April 

• School Break Teaching Artists for both - Studio Teaching Artist (Acting, Singing, Dance, and Stagecrafts) and Ensemble Teaching Artists (General) 

• Looking ahead for all programs in Fall 2026

 

PAY
Payment for teaching artists ranges from $18-$50 per hour depending on the project and experience. 

 

 

SUMMER CAMPS 2026

• R&H’s CINDERELLA, YOUTH EDITION  - June 15-June 26th (No camp 6/19)

• JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, JR. - June 29-July 10th (No Camp 7/3)

• ELF, JR. - July 13-July 24th

• 101 DALMATIANS, KIDS - July 28-July 31st

• ALICE BY HEART - July 27th-August 7th

• PLAY ON! - August 3-7th

• THEATRE MISCHIEF - August 10-14th
   

TO APPLY
Send a resume to Artistic Director, Lauren Sale. Cover letters are not required, but feel free to let us know a little bit about you!