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lilly
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looking for a job,bored and need to get out
im looking for a job im barley 14 but i would like to get out the house im homeschooled i need something to keep me busy, my hobbies are i really like listening to people talk and i will give feedback,also i love babysitting i have 2 siblings and im the older out of them.
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Kayla Matthews
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Since you're homeschooled and have a flexible schedule, you enjoy listening to others and babysitting. Look for activities that involve social interactions. Here are some ideas:
1. Help your parents by looking after your younger siblings. This will give you experience in caring for kids.
2. Consider tutoring younger children. Your listening skills can help you teach reading and basic subjects.
3. Explore camp counseling opportunities during summer or school breaks. Local organizations might have positions for teens to assist with younger children.
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1. Help your parents by looking after your younger siblings. This will give you experience in caring for kids.
2. Consider tutoring younger children. Your listening skills can help you teach reading and basic subjects.
3. Explore camp counseling opportunities during summer or school breaks. Local organizations might have positions for teens to assist with younger children.
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Irelis Rodriguez
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That’s a great start to build your job experience at young age, but I do want to remind you that jobs typically hired 16+ or 18+ depending on your location where you lived, so it might be a great idea to look into the age requirements when it comes to working into a job.
But you can still volunteer and doing internships in your community so I suggest looking into that if your city has one, and if not, you can babysitting your neighborhood children or your friend’s siblings for free or low cost as well to help out your family and yourself as well too.
You can also help fundraising or make your own charity with the help of your parents, you can help towards homeless, disabled or veterans if you like to talk with people by giving people some advice or feedbacks, there is so many ways to participate into various activities to keep you busy and engagement into learning on how to be a leadership and role model for yourself or for others to learn from you.
But you can still volunteer and doing internships in your community so I suggest looking into that if your city has one, and if not, you can babysitting your neighborhood children or your friend’s siblings for free or low cost as well to help out your family and yourself as well too.
You can also help fundraising or make your own charity with the help of your parents, you can help towards homeless, disabled or veterans if you like to talk with people by giving people some advice or feedbacks, there is so many ways to participate into various activities to keep you busy and engagement into learning on how to be a leadership and role model for yourself or for others to learn from you.
Vianne Phan
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That makes a lot of sense. Being homeschooled can sometimes feel lonely, and wanting a job is really about looking for structure, meeting people, and doing something meaningful. The great news is that at 14, you already have skills, especially since you enjoy listening to others and have babysitting experience with your siblings.
Babysitting is one of the best and most realistic options for someone your age. You can start by offering to help neighbors, family friends, or people in your community. Even part-time or occasional babysitting lets you get out of the house, builds responsibility, and earns you some money. You could also try being a mother’s helper, where you assist while the parent is still home. Since you like listening and giving feedback, tutoring younger kids, helping with homework, or being a helper at after-school programs, libraries, churches, or community centers could be great options too.
If you’re interested in something a bit different, you could volunteer. Volunteering gives you structure, social interaction, and valuable experience. Animal shelters, youth sports teams, and community events often need help and welcome teens. The most important thing is not to worry about having a "real" job just yet. Right now, focus on staying active, meeting people, and building confidence. You’re already on the right track by wanting to get involved and use your strengths.
Babysitting is one of the best and most realistic options for someone your age. You can start by offering to help neighbors, family friends, or people in your community. Even part-time or occasional babysitting lets you get out of the house, builds responsibility, and earns you some money. You could also try being a mother’s helper, where you assist while the parent is still home. Since you like listening and giving feedback, tutoring younger kids, helping with homework, or being a helper at after-school programs, libraries, churches, or community centers could be great options too.
If you’re interested in something a bit different, you could volunteer. Volunteering gives you structure, social interaction, and valuable experience. Animal shelters, youth sports teams, and community events often need help and welcome teens. The most important thing is not to worry about having a "real" job just yet. Right now, focus on staying active, meeting people, and building confidence. You’re already on the right track by wanting to get involved and use your strengths.
Arsen Escobedo
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Ask around your neighborhood for a job, or look online for interviews.
Hi Arsen, can you provide guidance on what kind of jobs to look for?
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Whatever fits your skills, if you're a dancer, you should try for ballet, acting, or theater.
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C Venkat
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It's great that you are thinking about career options and what to do with your spare time!
As others have noted, baby sitting builds your people-skills early and can come in handy in any career. So definitely pursue that by spreading it by word-of-mouth with neighbors and friends.
Since you like listening to people talk and give advice, you could also check in your local library or community center for options to tutor students.
Younger students can also benefit from reading to you & getting feedback, especially if they are shy in public speaking...
Good luck!
As others have noted, baby sitting builds your people-skills early and can come in handy in any career. So definitely pursue that by spreading it by word-of-mouth with neighbors and friends.
Since you like listening to people talk and give advice, you could also check in your local library or community center for options to tutor students.
Younger students can also benefit from reading to you & getting feedback, especially if they are shy in public speaking...
Good luck!