Jobs For Teens

[mstrohm]

Reprinted with permission from Thrifty Times

At our church it is not uncommon to hear parents complaining about how much their young teen is costing them. With Missions Trips, youth activities, school activities, etc., the cost of being a teen today can be high! “Too bad they are not old enough to get a job!” some parent will exclaim. “They just sit around watching TV and playing video games anyway.”

Well, if they are honestly looking to work, there are many jobs young teens can do. Our 15 year old has earned enough to send herself on two different trips and donate more than $1,000 to a special church effort. How does she do it? By working odd jobs as they become available. Here is a list of 15 job possibilities:

* Amazon or EBay business

* Babysitting plus (offer more than just watching the kids) – fishing instructor, afternoon computer lessons, etc.

* Lawn mowing

* Snow shoveling

* Pet sitting or walking

* Flower watering

* Neighborhood vacation business – take care of house plants, dogs, outside flowers, mail, etc.

* Powerpoint or dvd movie production

* Cleaning

* Tutoring

* Car detailing

* PC training

* Catering (baking, cook ahead, helper at parties)

* Shopping companion – accompany mom and watch the toddler while she shops

* Life guard

The sky is the limit. The key is to have your child honestly investing in the lives of others and the jobs will come.

Do you have a suggestions? Share it with us.

[MrPolarZero]

these suggestions were really noteworthy. Participating in such jobs will make teenagers earn a little money for their daily expenses and may even train them for their future jobs.

[mstrohm]

Not only training for future jobs but by making them pay for personal expenses is training to understand the real costs of items.

[MrPolarZero]

One thing that I think teeners should keep in mind when looking for a part time job is that they should look out for jobs that are really interesting for them, so that they don't only earn but also learn a lot.

[Chesterkill1]

One thing that I think teeners should keep in mind when looking for a part time job is that they should look out for jobs that are really interesting for them, so that they don't only earn but also learn a lot.

100% agreed.

Small note:

-Becoming a life guard requires endless hours of training, so it's not a job anyone can apply for. Also you need to pay for the learning. At least you do here.

[dbstylee]

teens need to get their hands dirty to learn the value of a dollar, kids these days are too spoiled and detached from reality

[jerrycates]

I say as long as it is safe for the youngsters, it is all good. It would also teach them how to be spend thrift especially with this economic crisis we have.

[terces]

100% agreed.

Small note:

-Becoming a life guard requires endless hours of training, so it's not a job anyone can apply for. Also you need to pay for the learning. At least you do here.

Something to definitely check into in your area. My son has been a lifeguard for the last three years. He's paid minimum amounts for the training...sometimes even free to get past employees to return. He's learned a very valuable skill.

[mass223]

Jobs For Teens - I think there are many ways you can earn something like give your service with what you know

[Lindsey23]

Thanks for this, I have a couple of nephews that are teens and are always talking about that they want money

[jerrycates]

Like what was mentioned above, do something and earn from what you know. It is always easier for us to make something out of the things we do. Confidence takes us off our limits and do more or better. Start from there.

[steveaz67]

Agreed with a previous poster... A job they like will instill in them early not only the value of hard work but also to seek out something they will enjoy doing later in life.

[helpx25k]

I agree that they need to learn the value of a dollar and how far that dollar really goes. However, a teenager shouldn't get burn out as it will lead to destructive patterns later!

[maat55]

It would be easier to find a 5.00 dollar an hour job. Oops, the government will not let them work for that.

[iracer7]

Refereeing a sport. Started when I was 12 refereeing soccer, got through the parents yelling when I screwed up, and have made some decent money doing it now. Did 109 games this spring and made ~$3800. Mostly a spring and fall sport, with high schools playing in either the spring or fall (need to be 18 for high school). It's really up to you how much you want to work.