What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Program Assistant position at Lutheran Social Service?
LSS Childcare and Education seeks assistant teachers for the 2026 Summer Program with hearts for kids and learning. If you are caring, compassionate and love to see kids thrive, we invite you to apply.
This is a great opportunity for college students or teachers looking for a summer job.
Come join our child-centered, family-friendly environment. #You are LSS
LSS provides summer programming for children at our Hilltop United Methodist location. Staff have an opportunity to supervise youth from a variety of backgrounds at our various locations, including economically disadvantaged youth, English language learners, and youth with special medical and behavioral needs.
You will enjoy this setting if you are someone that:
- Likes working with the Children
- Enjoys child-care in a structured and energizing team environment.
LOCATION: Hilltop United Methodist, Sioux Falls, SD
SUMMER HOURS: End of May through End of August; Monday through Friday 7am-6pm, with flexible shifts, 10 to 35 hours a week. No Weekends.
BENEFITS:
- $300 hiring bonus* external candidates only, 60 days minimum
- 401K Match
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
RESPONSIBILITIES: If you are looking for a summer job working with kids in a fun and casual environment, LSS Childcare & Education Services has a variety of opportunities available. Our Summer Program Assistants supervise children ages 5 and up. Staff members lead children in recreational activities, including arts and crafts, games, and implementing lesson plans designed to be both fun and educational. Our staff supervise regular trips to the local spray park, libraries, parks, swimming pool and on field trips throughout the community. This is a great opportunity for college students or teachers looking for a summer job.
LSS provides staff with a strong team of supervisors to ensure a high level of comfort in their role as well as excellent training and communication. There are opportunities to get more hours and responsibilities as you get older too!
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 16 years old at time of hire to meet licensing requirements.
- If age 18 and above, requires active auto-insurance and a valid driver’s license.
- Willing to become CPR trained, LSS will provide.
- Willingness to submit to record checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, distributing drugs or sex crimes.
LSS Expectations & Core Values
At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:
Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.
*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.
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