There are many summer job options, but which one brought home the most cash?

Answer: 

1. Landscaper: $15.10
2. Babysitter: $12.21
3. Lifeguard: $11.44

Questions:

• Does this pay data match up with your (or your classmates') experience? 
• How easy/difficult is it to find a summer job in your community?  
• For those who have had summer jobs, how did you get the job? What was the process to land it? 

Click here for the ready-to-go slides for this Question of the Day that you can use in your classroom.

Behind the numbers (PT Money):

"Getting a job is the perfect use of all that extra time in the summer. Whether you’re in high school or college, you can make some extra money and still have time for family, friends, vacations, and just relaxing.

What jobs are available and their pay rate will depend on where you live, the employer, your age, and other factors. Child labor laws also factor in sometimes, so be sure to brush up on specific laws regarding teens and work.

The minimum wage in the United States is currently at $7.25 an hour, although many states have set a higher minimum wage."

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Remember the surprise when you got that first paycheck and didn't know about this thing called payroll taxes? Your students will have no such surprises after they complete the Fine Print: Paystub.

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 Have your students discuss careers with their peers in this MOVE activity: Career Kickoff

About the Author

Mason Butts

After graduating from UCLA with a Master's in Education, Mason spent 5 years as a science educator in a South Los Angeles public high school. He is committed to supporting the holistic growth of all students and empowering them to live a life of relational, academic, and financial success. Now settled in the Bay Area, Mason enjoys facilitating professional developments and partnering with educators as they prepare students for a bright financial future. When Mason is not building curriculum or planning a training, he can be found cycling, trying new foods, and exploring the outdoors.

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