My Daughter wants a job But she is only 13?
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Don't you think that as a mother, your first priority is not to allow her to push you into getting her a job, but to concentrate on her studies?\nAt this age, if she concentrates too much on jobs instead of studies, she's not going to make a better life for you and herself in the future.\n\nMaybe you can try out giving her simple part-time jobs, like with the neighbours, something that can earn her a bit of pocket money, instil responsibility in her, and have flexible timings so that she can concentrate on her education.\nLike dog-walking, or lawn-mowing, gardening, etc.\n\n\nJenova\n(d.yuffie@gmail.com)
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14 year olds are kind of in that stage where they arent teenagers yet but they arent kids anymore. sometimes its about finding a balance. maybe dolls and toys are her favorite thing right now but try to give her something else to rave about. makeup or nail polish or girly stuff or something that you and her both like to do that you can do together. make sense??? it'll serve as a "distraction" kinda. but right now i also think that you just need to let her be...she will grow out of them sooner or late. at least she has an older sister that's there for her and is willing to go to great lengths for her. :) good luck
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some fast food restaurants will hire at 14.\nAsk at Mcdonalds, I have heard that some of their stores hire very young people.\n\nI am attaching my response to a previous poster who was 13. You have an advantage, because there are more options for a 14 year old than a 13 year old, but most of the suggestions can still be helpful.Mostly it will be "create it yourself" kind of work. Actual employment for anyone under 14 in the US is unlikely. The restrictions for employees 14-16 cause many potential employers to choose not to employ young people. \n\nSo put on your "thinking cap" and look around you community to find tasks that need to be done, that you think people might pay you to do. Make them an offer a job for a price. Be very business-like and professional, in your appearance, and your conduct, all the time, not just when you are asking them to hire you. You would be amazed at what impressions you make while you are just going about your every day business. Ask people that you have worked for succesfully to give you written references. Ask them if others may call them to ask about the work you did. Offer good references to potential employers to show them that your performed the jobs you were hired to do and gave your customers always more than you agreed to. Always remember to perform beyond the call of duty. It is far better to surprise a customer with more and better work, than to EVER dissapoint one. \n\nCreate your own business. Maybe do this with a friend, and share the jobs. If you get two calls to babysit on a Saturday, instead of having to turn one down, you can each take one, and build up your customer loyalty at the same time. If customers know that when they call you for a job, that even if you cannot take that job, that you can provide someone else to take the job, they will keep your number at the top of their list for future needs. \n\nHave some inexpensive business cards printed with your contact information and very little else. You may change the services you offer, so it is best not to get too specific on the cards because they will likely last a long time. Develop a file of references, both letters from former customers, and people who have agreed to be contacted to verify your work quality.\n\nBe sure to keep records of who pays who for what. If you buy supplies for your business, keep reciepts. Ask your parents for help in this record keeping. If you borrow money to get started, be sure to pay it back.\n\nBest wishes! You can begin your life as an entrepreneur now.
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I think it depends more on the maturity level of the child rather than the age, though, you might want to check the laws regarding what age a child can be left home alone and for how long.  If this child behaves responibly, has another adult in the area they can call or get to in a hurry if there is an emergency, understands and can perform basic first aid and is trustworthy, it may be okay.  I would ease her into it, like aloow her to be in charge of the child while I did yard work, painting, etc.  Something where I was still in the house to observe how she handled things.  if this goes well, try no more than 15 -20 min while you go to a neighbors house to chat or run to the local grocery.  When you are fully comfortable I would not leave her for more than an hour or two to be responsible for another child and I would only do it if there were another adult close by that you knew she could call on.  My 13 yo babysits for a friend but only if I am home- I am right down the street so she can call me if there is a problem.  Babysitting is a big responsibility and both her and the person she is babysitting for need to understand that.  I would not have let my girls babysit at 11 and I don't think I would have ever asked an 11 yo to babysit for me- but this has to be your decision based on the girls capabilities, maturity and situation.
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A sports car. JK. Go pick her some flower, write a poem, sing her a song, make a homemade card, give her a homemade coupon book that has coupons for like on free hug/kiss, clean the house for a day, cook, and so on. She would like this better I think. Your in the 10th grade meaning your 15 or 16 years old so why can't you work.
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I remember having to clean in a mechanic shop, i didnt get rich off of it, but it was good enough for being 13. I suggest ask your mom or dad to see if they have any projects around the house to earn money.
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Sounds like a fabulous opportunity for your daughter. Go for it.
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The time is now to learn some lessons about growing up and things that come in time. Like more pay. I had exactly the same problem just the other day. My son who is 13 has been helping his aunt get the gardens ready on the weekend. His little sister who is ten also came along though not to help. She ended up doing some work (pulled a few leaves and chased the dogs) and was paid five dollars. Her brother got 15 as he did a lot of hard work. She just went ballistic lol. My fiery little girl. I sat her down and explained that he being older has that privilege because he can do more than she can. That it is not her fault she did a good job for her age. She was still not too happy but the next day she said it was OK and that next year she will earn more money than her younger brother too. That would not be hard so far he is at 0. Paying them the same would not be fair to either of them in the long run, but this is just my opinion.
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I would really encourage her to finish her education first.  Modelling is incredibly competitive and if she does not make the big time she will need to have something to fall back on sooner rather than later. There's plenty of time still at her age.\n\nIncidentally, my daughter wanted to do this and following footslogging around all the reputable London agencies she was told on several occasions that she was 'too pretty', apparently they only wanted 'quirky' faces!! So its possible your daughter may also be put off by this attitude.
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Maybe if she checks with her local Job Center, they might have some tips for how she can get all she needs to get a job. They have connections that we could look for and never find. Also, she can call her local Social Services and see if they have anyone that handles these kinds of situations. Having a birth certificate is a good start, because she won't be able to even enter a tech school without one. It's unfortunate that she waited for six years before doing something constructive towards her future. I'm sure she's found that she can't get anywhere without an ID or birth certificate. By now, she could have been done with schooling, and working at a decent job. That's really the best thing someone with a record can do with their lives...going back to school. It often shows a future employer that they've done something constructive with their life as soon as they were released, and gives them a better chance at success. Hope all works out for her. <*)))><
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Some kids today feel they have to learn about life the hard way.  So, since she obviously knew what your reaction would be like, she's probably prepared for the obvious removal of privileges.  \n\nHowever, she won't be prepared for this one.  Tell her it's time she got a job.  Adults have to pay for the place they live at, including rent.  Tell her if she can't get a full-time job to pay for her share of living expenses, she'll have to return to school.  Give her a couple weeks tops to find one.  In the meantime, she has to keep up with her schoolwork, so she'll have to work on that after hunting for work during the day.  Work it out with her teachers.  Most teachers are understanding of this kind of disobedience (since this is not the first time a kid has tried it) and will help you keep your daughter up to date, while she works this out of her system.\n\nIf you're really worried she'll fall behind, then require she go to school at least 4 days a week and hunt for work the other 3 days a week and also right after school until dinner time on the 4 school days.  Yes, her weekends have to be spent job hunting, too, same with adults that need to find work.  Show her it's not easy living like an adult.  \n\nRemember parents want what's best for their children, but they also want to see that they're happy.  So, on the off chance she succeeds at finding work, support her.  She might still return to school one day.  Forcing it outright won't work.  She has to learn the lesson for herself.
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It's not that big of a deal.  If you're already committing crimes at age 13, chances are you weren't going to go anywhere in life anyway.  In the business, we call people like you "job security".  You're the reason we'll never be out of work.
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Keep the lines of communication open.  Be purposeful but be certain not to judge.  Yes - God yes! - it's her age... 13-14 are the worst for girls.
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i don't know about in utah, but at 14 i worked at a daycare.  It usually has to be a place where you know the owner at that age and you will be paid under the counter in cash due to child-labor laws.  I would say try talking to friends' parents about different things they could have you do at places they work.
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A job and a boyfriend?  Seriously, you sound like her little brother, and none too pleased about it.  Unless you can convince the parental units that having Sis remain there is a danger to your development, you may be stuck.  You could try talking to her to see why she's there.  Maybe she wants to leave but can't figure out how.  The worst she can do is blow you off.  There's always a chance she may ask for help or advice.  Stranger things have happened.
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Joining a union is a contract, which minors are not allowed to go into without parent approval. So if they will allow her to join with a parent cosigning I would recommend it. Even if she moves on to another job later there will be a good mark on her resume for future positions with union employeers.
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Ok well I'm 14 really but the youngest age you can work at "legally" is 15. I have a job with my nieghbor so im a lucky exception. I suggest you go arround and ask nieghbors about doing yard work or watching pets when they are away or baby sitting.