10 Ideas for an After-School Business for Kids

If your child would like extra spending money, she may want to consider starting her own after-school business for kids. Running a kids' business will teach your child responsibility and leadership skills. Business ideas may vary depending on the age of your child, but the experience could turn your child into a young entrepreneur.

• Dog walker. A minimal investment and catchy advertising posted around the neighborhood should bark up business. Only one or two dogs should be exercised at a time.
• Window washer. A squeegee and window cleaner let profits shine through for your child.
• Pet sitter. Take care of another person's pet while he is out of town. Daily walks, play time and a feeding schedule easily fit into after-school hours.
• Car Care specialist. Wash and wax cars. A child may also consider adding detailing work to their business when they are older. Vacuuming and cleaning the car's interior can earn your child extra cash.
• Snow removal expert. Your child can start a business removing snow from neighbors' driveways and sidewalks. While this type of business may only operate during the winter months, it is possible it could evolve into another sort of business, including landscaping and lawn care.
• Landscaping and Lawn Care. Your child can earn extra money by mowing lawns or caring for trees and plants.
• Babysitter. Older children and teens can provide child care services. Organizations such as the YWCA or local cooperative education systems offer babysitter training classes.
• Hobby-turned-business entrepreneur. If your child has a hobby like soap making, candle making or jewelry design, she may be able to turn that hobby into a lucrative business.
• Personal shopper. If your teen or teenager wants an after-school job, she should consider starting a personal shopper business. This business offers errands and shopping trips.
• eBay seller. If your older teen is interested in pursuing a business career, consider starting an eBay business. Purchase wholesale lots and resell the merchandise at the online auction site.

After-school business opportunities await your child. Depending on her age, the possibilities can add up to a great deal of experience and money.