"I need more allowance!" At some point in a teenager's life the needs grow and the allowance just isn't enough. Mom and Dad don't open their wallets as readily anymore. What to do? Do teens even have a chance to earn money?

There are options. Roll up your sleeves, go looking, and doors will open. Besides the positive effect of filling your own wallet, you get a glimpse into the working world. Making money as a teen boosts your self-worth and makes you more responsible. You get your first look at working life, and punctuality, conscientiousness, and the ability to pick things up quickly are required.

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Jobs for Teens:

Child Care

If you feel you get along well with kids, offer your services as a babysitter. Watching kids is fun. Going to the playground with them or playing at home isn't hard work. If you're unsure, you can take a babysitting course beforehand that gets you up to speed. With the course you also have better chances when you apply. Put up flyers at the supermarket and at daycare centers too. Tell your friends what you're planning, since they can spread the word for you.

Straight Out of the Movies

Do you live near a TV or film studio? Then apply for a background actor role. You can also find suitable casting agencies online. Extras are always wanted. It isn't a difficult job. Mostly it involves hours of waiting until your scene comes up. As a rule you can easily earn $50 to $150 a day. You're often with other extras and meet nice people. Maybe you'll walk across the screen in the next episode of your favorite show?

Dog Sitter

You can watch more than just kids, because pet sitters are in demand again and again. Walking the dog, checking on the cat while the owners are away, taking in the neighbor's rabbit for 14 days. A great job for an animal lover that lets you earn money. Making money as a teen is easier than you think.

Tutoring

Are you an ace at math or English? Then give tutoring lessons. You can turn your good grades into cold, hard cash. Does your school have a bulletin board? Then advertise your skills there, at the supermarket, or for free on eBay. There is a side benefit: by passing on your knowledge, you refresh a thing or two yourself. And if your student gets better grades, you'll be just as happy, guaranteed!

Be Resourceful

Offer what you enjoy doing and are good at. Jobs in and around the house are readily handed out. Cleaning, mowing the lawn, trimming hedges, sweeping the street. Make an eye-catching flyer and put it up in places like the supermarket, hardware stores, etc.

Jobs for teens:

  • Delivering newspapers.
  • Babysitting.
  • Waiting tables.
  • Working a cash register.
  • Small household chores.
  • Dog sitting.
  • Tutoring,
Making money - nothing easier than that!