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</html>";s:4:"text";s:36497:"There can be thousands of reasons for hating the job, but as every coin has 2 sides there are few benefits of having the job. However, there's also the possibility that you won't like someone you work with, whether this is your boss, customers you need to help, or that one coworker who steals everyone else's lunch. Gaining an appreciation of financial independence, developing a strong work ethic and learning life skills are just a few of the advantages of working, while in high school. Working allows them to practice multitasking, work on a team, build communication skills, learn interview etiquette and prioritize tasks. Our eBook on how to prepare for and apply to college as a nontraditional student will walk you through everything you need to know, from the coursework you should have under your belt to how to get letters of recommendation when you're not a high school senior. If your grades begin to suffer or you aren't getting enough sleep, you should cut back on your work hours (maximum of 10-15 hours per week) or only work during the summer . Thinking about and researching different types of jobs is great, but the best way to figure out what you want to do is to actually try different jobs out. Most students worked in nonacademic jobs, with almost 25 percent … That means you can put all that money towards whatever you want, like a college fund or new clothes or attending concerts, instead of having to pay bills and students loans. In this article, I use my experience of working as a teenager to go over the key benefits of having a high school job. As a result, you will be less reliant on those around you, and you will learn how to fend for yourself. Featured image source: lehighvalleymarketplace.com Want to improve your SAT score by 160 points or your ACT score by 4 points? Check out our step-by-step guide to getting an internship for teens for everything you need to know to land a top-notch internship. Whether youâre a high school or a university student, working part time can help you gain independence. While she might be tempted to indulge in shopping sprees every pay day, you can teach her how to use her money wisely to learn about budgeting, goals and hard work. Working is one of the best ways to sharpen your skills and make a name for yourself. Whether students should be involved in a part time job has been a controversial topic. No matter what other strengths you have, you're going to be a pretty bad employee until you figure those basic work skills out. When I first started working, I made the princely sum of $5.25 an hour (before taxes), and that's not going to make anyone rich. Ditto to people concerned about getting a job in high school that matches the career they want to have. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that high school graduates earn an average of about $10,000 more each yearthan those who donât complete high school. NCES (National Center for Education Statistics) data from 1992show that more than two-thirds of high school students were employed during their senior year, with 22.7 percent of those students working more than 20 hours per week. Many American students consider employment an integral part of their high school experience. A high paid job satisfies one’s basic needs and at the same time provides the key to spend the surplus in fulfilling one’s dreams like buying homes, cars and another luxury lifestyle. One of the most important benefits of teenager jobs is that you'll achieve a degree of independence you likely haven't experienced before. The most important step is just to go out there and find yourself a job. Sense of accomplishment: A high school diploma is something to be proud of, but, since school is mandatory until the age of 16, young people spend about half their time there without having chosen to do so. Having a job used to be a rite of passage for high school students. Parents can use this opportunity to teach children … So you may still find yourself asking, “why should I take a gap year after high school?” There are a plethora of reasons why a gap year can be beneficial to anyone, not least that by choosing to take a bridge year, you’re choosing to expand your world. Taking a year or more to work can really help you value your college education. Clearly, one of the benefits to having your teen get a paying gig is that it gives him the opportunity to pitch in on household bills, save for college or cover his own entertainment expenses. When I was a teenager, I was pretty sure I was going to be a scientific researcher and possibly a professor. None of this radically changed my career goals, but it did encourage me to consider having a job that let me do more than just sit at a desk or in a lab, and it made me think more critically about being a professor, where I'd regularly have to give out low grades and speak with unhappy students and parents. There are many reasons why part time jobs for students could be a bad idea. High school students are said to be under more stress now than ever. The employment rate among teens in the U.S. fell by 19 percent between the years before and during the recession, around 2000 and … An after-school job at the mall or a coffee shop is a pivotal part of the high school experience for some teens. Having an opportunity to have a job and make money, be independent and buying your own things will help you feel like youâve accomplished something. Unless your high school job involves sorting old moss specimens in a warehouse by yourself (a job I also once had), you'll meet lots of new people at work. All the research done on high school students holding part-time jobs shows that it is usually a very productive experience. This is why a lot of employers are hesitant to hire someone who's never worked before, even if they have great grades and otherwise seem like they could be an excellent worker. As a junior in high school, I had to cut back on my job hours during the school year because I was feeling overwhelmed with homework. Not only will high school jobs give you a way to earn some money, meet new people, and gain some more responsibility, you can use your teenager jobs to get yourself a better job in college since can prove to employers you've already succeeded at one job. By Alexandra Pannoni , Staff Writer Nov. 9, 2015 Sometimes high school students and their parents worry about what the "best" job for a teenager to have is or if the job they're thinking about taking is good enough. 10 Benefits of Having a Job Well, you must be tired of hearing those I hate my job stories or you might be the story teller. In order to learn how the world works you’ll have to learn how to earn money by yourself without depending on others. Working brings you exhaustion and stress but the outcome are much better. There are certainly undeniable advantages to having a job during high school. … Happy with my sporadic babysitting work, I resisted and told my mother that, no matter what job I got, I'd never be able to pay for college on a high school worker's salary. It seems that lately, less and less parents are doing this, meaning less and less teens are starting their first job before graduating high school. What ACT target score should you be aiming for? One of the best ways to do this was to think about what I liked and what I didn't like about my high school job. High school students who focus on career early are more likely to be motivated to focus on their personal brand. All the happiness having a job could give you it’s amazing. Teens who hold a job have the opportunity to develop communication and interpersonal skills specific to being a part of a professional community. The effort put in will bring you more success than exhaustion. If you’re willing to get a job and be in highschool at the same time you’re putting an example to others and may inspire to work as well. Meme of the Week: Chonk/Oh Lawd He Comin’, Rules and Regulations of the Game: Cross Country. In the past, having a part-time job was a staple of nearly every high school student’s schedule. 7 Benefits By understanding the advantages listed below, you will stay grounded and focused on long term success. If possible, I'd recommend an "official" job as opposed to under the table work like nannying since the former gives you more experience with common workplace tasks like clocking in and out, attending meetings, and working with managers and coworkers. As students mature, so does their ability to balance a work life and a school life. Top 8 Benefits of Extracurricular Activities for High School Students SEP 02, 2018 • 11 min read If you’ve ever applied to a job you’ve probably heard of the phrase “extracurricular activities” as something you should include on your resume. Experience While working a part-time job in addition to being a full-time student can make life a bit of a juggling act, gaining work experience before you graduate will make it easier to find employment … Benefits of getting a job while in high school. An after-school job often gives high school students their first taste of financial independence. While money alone doesn't measure success, earning a higher paycheck can help you improve your quality of life, save money, and broaden your shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Jobs for high school students are among those topics that spark mixed reactions. Having a job gives students their own money and can help them understand the true value of a dollar. Having a part-time job during high school might sound like a no-brainer, but parents of teens need to weigh the benefits against the potential pitfalls (like time away from schoolwork and extracurricular activities) to determine whether working is a good choice. Many jobs will … Everyone goes through a learning curve when they first begin working as they learn how to manage their time effectively, how to interact with coworkers, how to make sure they get to work on time, etc. You don't want to take a job only to find out a few weeks later that it conflicts with a sport or club you're in. My job, even when I worked full-time in the summer, still gave me plenty of time to socialize and have fun, and I was proud to feel more "grown up" and know I was trusted by my boss to do my job well. 2) It can also help you make more money in a ⦠Balancing school … The Cons: Your grades may suffer – if your part-time job is taking up too much of your time, you may notice a decline in the quality of your school work ; Not mature enough – If you’re starting a job at 15 you haven’t fully matured and developed yet, meaning you may not be equipped to handle this much responsible yet. Some teens may choose to work part time after school or on the weekends while others explore full-time summer employment or odd jobs, such as babysitting or mowing lawns. If nothing else, a conversation that's positive is certainly better than an argument that leaves … If yes, please carefully consider the advantages. And even if your high school job is an unpaid internship or volunteer work, not to worry. In other cases, students are simply experiencing burnout or a lack of direction. However, for many high school students, there are numerous benefits to be gained by having a job. At a job, you're deemed responsible enough to manage your own duties, and you'll have fewer restrictions than you likely do at home or school. A year away from school can make the heart grow fonder of thinking and learning, especially if ⦠Even though earning money is an obvious perk, it is not the only benefit of having a job. Many rich and successful people starting out flipping burgers or folding clothes at their local mall. Things I liked included being around people, being active and outside, and working with kids. Jobs can help teenagers learn important financial skills and develop a strong work ethic. Benefits of getting a job while in high school 2. While parents may feel a mix of pride and concern, employment that does not negatively affect the balance between student life and work can support … If you are thinking about getting a job, weigh the pros and cons. Do Parents Put Too Much Pressure On Their Kids? The College Entrance Examination BoardTM does not endorse, nor is it affiliated in any way with the owner or any content of this site. The Good and Bad of Being a School Teacher. Just because you may have some bad experience when working that doesn’t mean you’ll have a bad experience everywhere. Although, depending on ⦠And set boundaries so the teen's focus stays on their studies. Like babysitting, landscaping and lawn care offers boundless opportunity for enterprising high schoolers seeking a flexible, informal, decent-paying work arrangement that’s easy enough to scale by stringing together multiple gigs. The benefits of working a job while in college include: 1. Traditional 4-year colleges depend on theoretical frameworks. Each of those jobs can provide the benefits we discussed in this article. This section covers six of the main benefits you can expect to get from having a job as a high school student. At my job, I learned how to teach different swimming strokes, how to administer CPR, and a host of first-aid skills. The benefits include learning how to handle responsibility, manage time, deal with adults, get a peek at the working world, and occupy time in a worthwhile activity. An after-school job at the mall or a coffee shop is a pivotal part of the high school experience for some teens. You Can Easily Get a Career in High Demand. It's OK if you don't think the pay is that great or the job isn't something you're really interested in. The good mind reflects a good human being. These are all things you'll probably need to know for future jobs, so it's good to start getting used to them now. Some of the benefits that would come with this decision would be you would have your own money, you would be independent and would get a taste of the responsibility of the real world. One of the biggest benefits of completing a work experience placement or internship is that it often leads to a full-time job offer – provided that you performed well in the role, of course. Yes. Why Take a Gap Year? It was clunky and annoying to learn, but, years later, I applied to an internship that also used the same program, and my future boss told me that having that random skill helped me beat out the competition and get the job. Looking for job ideas? Some jobs offer scholarships and that could be helpful when applying to college. Job Benefits for Kids in High School. My mother dismissed those arguments and told me that there were plenty of other reasons why I should get a job beyond just the paycheck. Ask below and we'll reply! If youâre a gifted and talented student, you might want to be a math tutor, guitar instructor, photographer, web designer or landscaper. #1: You'll Earn Money. Adult life is all about being independent and being able to maintain stability throughout other challenges. Additionally, I was also able to use my work experience (as well as my experience as a manager) to stand out from other job applicants in college and get a paid research job as a freshman in college. To successfully hold down a job while in high school, students must have good time management skills and organization. The majority of college applicants are high school seniors, and most of the college application advice out there is aimed at them. Instead, you can talk about the benefits of getting good grades. Examples of jobs for high school students 4. This can be a positive thing on your college application. Students can see how quickly hard-earned money can disappear on frivolous things. Despite these reasons, there are a lot more benefits to having a part time jobs … This section covers six of the main benefits you can expect to get from having a job as a high school student. At my job, I made lots of new friends, more than I had made in high school actually. Other High School, Having a job in high school has its benefits, but it also has its sacrifices. Recently, however, summer jobs and teen participation in the labor force are on the decline. This can make colleges interested in accepting you since you’re willing to strive for a job while being in highschool. As a high school student, you've probably lived your entire life with your parents and been under their rules or your school's rules when you're in class. But some families may wonder ⦠It Increases Cash Flow Thereâs a reality to the âbroke studentâ cliche. 2. The world may be difficult sometimes but that doesn’t mean you can give up. Job hunting tips for high school students 3. It can teach the importance of budgeting. The usual high school students only have to deal with school but don’t get to see the stress and responsibility that the world brings. wahoo!! As a parent, you know that the benefits of good grades and a high GPA extend beyond the high school environment. That career had nothing to do with my high school job of teaching swim lessons and being a lifeguard. Extracurriculars. Raising teenagers takes a lot of energy, time, patience and money. It can truly make a difference in your life. Having just a part time job can help you know how in the future you’ll need to be once you have a serious career. Tips for parents and teachers. Having a job in high school gave me work experience, independence, and a better idea of the type of career I wanted, and many other high school students can benefit from having a job.          To be willing to have a job and be in school at the same time shows a lot of confidence and success. Some people worry that teenagers who have jobs give up their childhood too soon and take on too much responsibility, but in my experience and the experience of my friends who worked as teenagers, I never found this to be true. She may discover she enjoys working with people or she might decide that she wants to own a business. Learning how a work environment could be and how to work with others in the future are the simple skills you have to learn first. Advantages of Working While Studying. There are numerous benefits to getting a job in high school, some of which are obvious and others less so. confidence Benefits of having a job in high school c'mon guys you know you want to be able to take your girlfriend on a date with your money, girls appreciate While there are many benefits of having a part-time job in high school, not all students are capable of handling it during the school year. Finally, when you're looking at jobs, make sure they're convenient for you to get to and will work with your schedule. The benefits include learning how to handle responsibility, manage time, deal with adults, get a peek at the working world, and occupy time in a worthwhile activity. The skills you learn may not be that interesting to you, and they may not be anything close to the skills you need for your future career, but it never hurts to gain new knowledge. You'll also be able to provide more opportunities for your children down the road. Working hard for your money will help you appreciate important personal finance lessons such as the benefits of budgeting and the importance of saving and being frugal. Only a few places hire people under the age of 18, or even if you are 18, itâs hard being considered for a job since youâre still so young an inexperienced. www.ecampustours.com/for-students/career-exploration/building … This is one of the most important reasons to get a high school diploma. The Student News Site of Forest Grove High School, Jennifer Campos Olvera, WriterDecember 22, 2019, During high school, it’s a good decision to get a job. These institutions can customize their programs to … 2.time management... now go out and find a job! Even though earning money is an obvious perk, it is not the only benefit of having a job. We've written a guide on the eight best jobs for teens as well as steps to take to find the best job for you. What SAT Target Score Should You Be Aiming For? If you want a picture to show with your comment, go get a gravatar. Achieving success on the job can boost your self-confidence. She has taught English and biology in several countries. Being independent is something that needs to be achieved when becoming an adult. main task for high school students is to study hard in order for them to get a well-paid job in the future. There are numerous benefits to getting a job in high school, some of which are obvious and others less so. So, even if your high school work experience only amounts to flipping burgers for a summer at your local fast food joint, that can still give you a huge leg up over people with no work experience when you apply to jobs in college and later on. This is thanks to a vocational schoolâs training approach. See how other students and parents are navigating high school, college, and the college admissions process. In addition to learning new skills, your high school job will help you gain valuable work experience. Having a job is rewarding and can also help when applying to colleges. The following are some of these points. Guidance counselors at these high schools typically have access to career information and a number of different resources for students who want to find immediate work while attending courses or after they graduate. In this video talk about the pros and cons of having a job while in high school. A lot of kids use that as an excuse to rely on their parentsâ money and not work for themselves. Thinking about getting an internship? But some families may wonder how these opportunities affect college admissions. So I found myself applying for and eventually accepting a job as a swim instructor and lifeguard at my town's local pool. The truth is that most teenager jobs are about the same prestige-wise. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(360031, '9460d992-b17b-4a71-b741-aa19c9fc7a39', {}); No matter what your first job is, even if it seems incredibly easy and/or incredibly boring, you're guaranteed to pick up skills you didn't have before. This article reviews others. It shows that they’re responsible. Even if the job doesn't pay well, or relate to your future career, or seem all that fun, there are still tons of benefits to having a high school job, and we'll go over them in this article. The most obvious benefit to getting a job in high school is that you'll be making money. A job can really help with these everyday expenses, paying for gas, food, etc. It may end up being interesting or useful to you down the line. You’ll look put together and successful. Are there still benefits to having a job in high school? But scare tactics like, "You'll never get into college," or "You won't get a good job," aren't likely to be effective. However, I didn't go because, for some reason, I didn't believe it was really mandatory or important for me to attend that meeting. However, in this article, we will turn our focus on the 10 benefits of having a job that sometimes goes unappreciated. Top 10 Benefits of Working A 9-to-5 Job While everyone seems to be trying to avoid having a regular full-time job, there are also many benefits of working a 9-to-5 job that could lead you to think otherwise. We've got you covered! Learn how to be an adult and take a chance, believe in yourself and be successful. Being able to waste or spend your own money without having to ask your parents makes it certainly more pleasant to spend. A great job, a good social reputation are few of the many benefits of being an educated person. Should High Schools Offer More Job Training? By college, with four years of work experience under my belt, I definitely wasn't making those beginner mistakes during my research job. Some people wonder what the best jobs for teens are, but the truth is that any job with a decent boss, fair pay, and work that isn't too miserable can get you all the benefits we discussed in this article. A job can even provide a break from nonstop studying as well as an opportunity to socialize — with the added benefit of earning money for it. By giving real-life examples, you can provide motivation for your teen to study hard today. The 5 Strategies You Must Be Using to Improve 160+ SAT Points, How to Get a Perfect 1600, by a Perfect Scorer, Free Complete Official SAT Practice Tests. Check out our top-rated graduate blogs here: © PrepScholar 2013-2018. Some students feel as though … High School JROTC Participants Share Pros, Cons of Involvement Teens may build confidence and leadership skills in junior ROTC they can use for life. 10 Gap Year Benefits. I also end by giving tips on the best jobs for high school students. However, some students should consider the benefits of having a part time job in high school.          The world offers many jobs and a lot of 0them to teenagers. How The People You Surround Yourself With Reflect On Your Character, Public Speaking Shouldnât Be Mandatory In School, © 2021 • FLEX WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in, The Benefits of Having a Job During High School, Politics for People Who Don’t Understand Politics, The Impacts COVID-19 Has Had On Mental Health (And How To Cope). But, I think that having your first job in high school ⦠Now, since you're starting at the bottom rung of the ladder, this likely won't be a ton of money. If youâre in high school, chances are, itâs really hard to be able to find a part-time job. High school students often want a part-time job to save money for a car, college, to contribute to family finances, or for personal enjoyment, such as trips, activities or hobbies. Often people forgot to count the blessings, so let me narrate you the benefits of having the job… All rights reserved. But what do you do if you don't fall into this narrow category? Working as a waitress is no better or worse than working in customer service or at a summer camp. Your teacher won't be there to tell you to stop talking and pay attention, and your mom won't be there to remind you to clean up after yourself. That's OK since your career goals are likely to change between high school and when you actually begin working full-time. Teens who work gain important skillsânot just vocationally, but also interpersonally. There’s no question that having a professional network is useful for career success. An after-school job can help toward … If youâre not constrained for time, having a part-time or summer job while in school has many benefits for college and university students. In some cases there’s a financial need to go directly to work. There can be thousands of reasons for hating the job, but as every coin has 2 sides there are few benefits of having the job. Working for your own money makes you feel more independent and proud. HIGH SCHOOL. 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