Serve TeamSummit Kids
Summit Kids Serve Team Guide
Because kids matter. This Serve Team creates a space where kids are known, grow in faith, and discover who God created them to be—while helping families feel supported and confident.
Timing (updated): Please arrive when Planning Center indicates and follow any updates from your Team Lead.
Why do I do this?
Because kids matter! Children are so important to God and it is an honor to influence and impact the next generation. It is easier to raise up a generation that loves Jesus than it is to reach one.
Serve Team posture
- Warmth first: smile, eye contact, and a helpful tone.
- Clarity matters: if someone looks unsure, step in gently.
- When in doubt, ask your Team Lead.
Always follow Team Lead & staff direction.
If anything feels unclear, unsafe, or urgent, get help right away.
What do I do?
Serve the kids and families of Summit Church by creating an atmosphere where kids can be fully known, grow in their faith, and discover who God has called and created them to be.
What do I need to know?
- Be familiar with Planning Center and how to contact your Team Lead.
- Complete the required kids application (includes a background check).
- Read, understand, sign, and abide by the Summit Kids Team Handbook.
- Know where first aid kits are located and basic emergency procedures.
- Smile a lot—be friendly and welcoming to kids and parents.
How do I do it? (Sunday flow)
- 1) Confirm your scheduleRespond promptly in Planning Center.
- 2) Arrive & join the Serve Team meetingArrive when Planning Center indicates for the Team Summit morning meeting.
- 3) Prepare your roomGo to your designated room early to set up and review the day’s plan.
- 4) Welcome kids & familiesHelp check-in flow and greet kids with warmth and patience.
- 5) Lead the lesson flowTeach/assist as assigned and keep the environment safe and engaging.
- 6) Pickup & closeVerify pickup tags as required. Tidy the room and communicate notes to leadership.
Safety & care (non-negotiables)
- Always follow Team Lead & staff direction.
- Complete the required kids application (including background check) before serving with minors.
- Ensure children are released only to the correct guardian (pickup tags as required).
- If a situation feels unsafe or uncertain, get your Team Lead immediately.
What success looks like
- Kids feel known, safe, and joyful.
- Parents feel confident leaving their children in our care.
- Rooms are left clean and ready for the next Sunday.