 But it's important to balance work, school, and extracurriculars. I'm Tammy Silverman with Indiana Youth Institute. Indiana's teen employment has been rising in recent years. Now nearly 40% of Hoosier teenagers have jobs. Experts suggest that you talk with your teen about balancing school, work, and other activities. Discuss a schedule that makes sense, and if possible, add work hours slowly. It's also important to remind working students to plan ahead to avoid schedule conflicts or overcommitments.