I started babysitting at 11. I don't know what the current age is for a babysitter. Check into babysitting courses in your area, then talk to the people you know that have children. I made a lot of money babysitting from the age of 11-16.
Dog walking is another good idea. A lot of people don't want to walk their dogs, and will pay someone to do it. Stick with people in your area, and make sure that you can handle any dog you take on.
Winter is coming. If you're in an area were it snows you can make some good money shoveling driveways and walkways. It's not steady work, as it does depend on the amount of snow that falls, but it's not a bad way to make a few extra dollars.
Paper routes are always available to kids your age. I'm not a huge fan of this, but it is a job that will hire underage kids. Usually the kids deliver flyers 2 times a week, and make around $100 a month depending on the amount of houses you deliver to. They're always looking because most kids don't stick it out once they realize how much work is involved, or when it's cold outside and they don't want to bother with their route.
Above all, talk to your parents about this first. They have to agree to let you do this before you can start any job.
Good luck. :)
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