Jobs for Teens 13 and Up

If you're looking to make a little extra money for shopping for clothing or you just don't want to be bored during the summer, there are several potential jobs for teens 13 and up.

Babysitters ensure the safety and well-being of young children while their parents are away. Duties may include changing diapers, feeding meals, supervising play, and putting children to bed.

The best way to get experience in baby-sitting is being around babies and kids. If you have younger siblings, then you already have this experience. If you're the youngest in the family or an only child, you can gain experience by spending time with family members and neighbors. You can also volunteer to help at a group activity like an after-school tutoring program, a kids' day camp, or Vacation Bible School at your church. Even if there are adults around, this will give you a good idea of what kids like to do, how they like older people to interact with them, and how they like to get into trouble.

Another great way to learn babysitting skills is through classes. The American Red Cross offers a Babysitter's Training Course, as do local community education groups.

The best way to find babysitting jobs is to let everyone know you're available. Most teens get started with family members and neighbors. Take advantage of your connections. For instance, your parents may be able to recommend you to their coworkers. You can also put up flyers advertising your services.

Dog walking is fairly self-explanatory, although you need to remember that the job also involves being on pooper-scooper duty.

You should be comfortable with dogs and have the strength necessary to keep them in control. Let family members and neighbors know you're available for work. Ask if your local veterinarian will let you put up a flyer advertising your services.

Ride your bike or walk as you deliver the day's news to a set of local customers.

Contact your local newspaper to see if there are delivery openings. Don't forget to check with smaller community newspapers in addition to the major city paper. Some teens try out newspaper delivery by filling in for a friend when he or she is on vacation.

If there's a dirty job around the house, there's someone willing to hire you to do it. From mowing lawns to cleaning garages doing yard work and odd jobs can be sweaty work, but it's sure to bring in some extra spending money.

Like babysitting, finding odd jobs is a matter of putting the word out. Let family and neighbors know you're available. Likely clients include the elderly, the disabled, and working families who need some extra time. Otherwise, you just need a willingness to get your hands dirty and work hard. If you're interested in lawn care, consider whether you'll use the customer's equipment or if you will be able to borrow the family weed whacker or hedge trimmer.

• Child labor laws generally prohibit 13-year-olds from working outside the home, unless they are employed in a business owned entirely by their parents or participating in agricultural work.
• While 14 and 15-year-olds are legally able to work for businesses, some won't hire them because of the tight restrictions on the hours they are allowed to work.
• Local laws may require you to get a work permit. Check with your school counselor's office for more information.
• Visit the U.S. Department of Labor for more information on laws related to jobs for teens.
• Since many jobs for teens 13 and up involve working in or at someone else's home, you should be cautious about working for strangers. Let your parents drive you to your first job and meet with the person first, or take similar safety precautions.

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