Young Teens Would Like to Make Money Cleaning Houses, Babysitting

I think it’s great that you and your friend like working. Gaining work experience is not only invaluable for teens, but, of course, it’s also a way to make money. Younger teens such as you two have it a bit harder, because most states have laws about minimum ages for working, so you have to become independent contractors offering your services to neighbors and family friends in your community.

No one needs a dependable babysitter? While I find that hard to believe, I find it even more unlikely that folks have spotless houses that couldn’t use a little help from two industrious teens.

So, how can you get the word out? How can you get more jobs? It’s going to take a little creativity, a little marketing genius, and a little help from your families. I suggest you develop a flyer touting your availability. If possible, include some testimonials from previous customers.

Give copies of the flyers to your family, friends, and neighbors. See if your folks and adult relatives will take some fliers to their work to hang or handout.

Remember to always have your parents’ approval to do these jobs, and I would also suggest you have them screen potential new customers to protect you.

Find more key rules - as well as some other great ideas for jobs — for younger teens in this article published on Quintessential Careers: Job Ideas for Teens 15 and Younger: Beyond Babysitting and Lemonade Stands.