Camp Theater Studio Coordinator (Music Conservatory) - Camp Heart O' Hills

Location: Camp Heart O’ Hills, Welling, OK

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time

About this opportunity:
The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a Camp Music Conservatory Theater Studio Coordinator for the Arkansas and Oklahoma Conservatory of Music and Arts, located in Welling, OK.

This is a summer position at Camp Heart O’ Hills. This position summary is not all-inclusive but is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the role. Incumbents may be asked to perform additional job-related responsibilities beyond those listed.

The Theater Studio Coordinator oversees the theater studio by developing a well-rounded curriculum, organizing performances, and training students to use theater as a tool for worship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a space that encourages personal, artistic, and spiritual growth for students.
• Focus the theater studio on performance arts such as acting, stage design, audio/visual techniques, costuming, and resource management.
• Develop a curriculum that balances technical theater skills with spiritual and worship-based applications.
• Ensure all theater students perform on recital nights, either as part of a class performance or a solo act.
• Organize and present an ensemble piece during graduation weekend.
• Equip students with the skills to use their theater abilities to enhance worship services.
• Provide students with the necessary tools and skills to pursue further education and potentially enter collegiate theater programs.
• In addition to theater-focused teaching, responsibilities may include teaching a music theory class.
• Create lesson plans, schedule private lessons, and monitor student progress.
• Prepare students for recitals and performances, ensuring they are fully ready.
• Communicate with the Conservatory Director regarding needed supplies, music, or other resources.
• Ensure that Conservatory equipment and instruments are well maintained.
• Coordinate setup and breakdown of equipment for rehearsals and performances.
• Participate in staff ensembles. 
• Plan at least one night program during the summer.
• Maintain student discipline, promoting safety and positive behavior at all times.
• Provide guidance, role-modeling, and mentorship to students both artistically and personally.
• Monitor student punctuality and ensure they follow camp rules and regulations.
• Assist with program activities as directed by the Conservatory Director.
• Participate in staff meetings, Bible studies, worship services, night programs, and Evensong.
• Ensure your personal living quarters are kept neat and ready for inspection.
• Be available to assist with any other camp programs or activities as directed by the Conservatory Director.

What we are looking for in you:

• Strong background in theater arts, including acting, stage design, and performance.
• Ability to teach students and create a comprehensive curriculum that integrates theater into worship.
• Effective communication and organizational skills for managing performances and rehearsals.
• Ability to mentor students, guide their artistic development, and prepare them for future opportunities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with students while ensuring their safety and adherence to camp rules.
• Experience with or a strong desire to integrate faith-based learning into artistic education.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Physical stamina to supervise students during rehearsals and performances.
• Comfortable working with children in a camp setting, often with exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and participate in physical activities such as stage setup and breakdown.

What we are looking for in you:

• Knowledge of child and youth behavior and development principles.
• Ability to ensure the safety of students and staff.
• Strong planning, development, and facilitation skills for youth programs.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to mentor students.
• Knowledge of theater education principles and the ability to teach in group or private settings.
• Six months of experience teaching in your artistic discipline preferred, or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required skills and abilities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to communicate and work effectively with groups, providing necessary instruction to students and staff.
• Visual and auditory ability to assess camper and staff behavior, identify hazards, and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Physical ability to supervise students, respond to emergencies, and apply first aid.
• Must possess strength and endurance to maintain constant supervision of students.
• Physical tasks may include climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to perform activities are required.
• Requires a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate activities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours in a seven-day-a-week schedule.
• Exposure to sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions daily.

To learn more about Salvation Army Camps, click here!

Why work for us:

Since 1907, The Salvation Army has been operating camp programs across the southeast region of the United States. Today, The Salvation Army has eight camps in the South and over 40 across the country. Working at a Salvation Army camp is not like other summer jobs. You will earn an income, you will receive invaluable job experience, and you will make friendships that will last you a lifetime – but, unlike most other summer jobs, you will also powerfully impact the life of a child or teen for the better. At Salvation Army camps, disadvantaged kids (in particular) have three square meals a day, have the opportunity to further develop social skills, learn creation care, feel valued, and encounter God’s love. You will never regret saying “yes” to camp this summer. Apply for a Salvation Army camp and be part of something bigger than yourself: making lives better in Jesus’ name.

Additional Information

Camp Staff Orientation will be held 06/11/2025 – 06/15/2025 and participation is required.

The 2025 summer camp program will be held 6/16/2025 – 07/20/2025. If you are unable to work the entire session, please let us know on your application.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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