Are you searching for part-time jobs to do during school hours? This list has 26 great options for parents! <\/p>\n
Many moms dream of working during school hours, but frustratingly, there don\u2019t always seem to be many jobs that cater to families\u2019 busy schedules and demands.<\/p>\n
My eldest started school this year, so I know firsthand the challenges of earning income during school hours. Not to mention that they\u2019re not at school every week, making work and family life even more of a juggle.<\/p>\n
I understand that parents don\u2019t necessarily want to put their children into care before and after school. It can be costly, and while some kids enjoy the bonus social time with their friends, it can be a long and exhausting day for many others.<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve got your back, mama, so I\u2019ve done the work for you. I\u2019ve searched for 26 of the\u00a0best flexible jobs<\/a>\u00a0for moms to fit in around school. Many of them are even flexible enough that you can work around when your kids are homesick or on a break.<\/p>\n Most jobs on this list can be done from home; however, if you enjoy getting out and about, we also have some options that require working outside the home.<\/p>\n Are you tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and have excellent research and written communication skills? Then, consider applying for an\u00a0AI side hustle<\/a>. In these flexible positions, you may record voice snippets, annotate text, images, audio, or video; research items for correctness and relevance; work on writing projects; or interact with chatbots. These are freelance roles that you can squeeze into your schedule during school hours. While no experience is needed for these positions, you will need to take a qualifying exam, which can be tricky, so take your time and be thorough.\u00a0<\/p>\n Here are some companies you\u2019ll want to explore:<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a\u00a0beauty and makeup lover<\/a>, and you\u2019re looking for a fun job that makes you feel good, then a business in the beauty industry could be for you. You might like to start your own home-based business or prefer working for an established company that offers flexible working hours.<\/p>\n Working as a\u00a0bookkeeper<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent way to make good money, and it\u2019s easy to get started if you love working with numbers and spreadsheets. Whether you want to start a\u00a0virtual bookkeeping business<\/a>\u00a0from home or work for a company inputting income and expenses into online accounting software like QuickBooks, there are lots of opportunities to explore.<\/p>\n Short tasks<\/a>, or micro-jobs as they\u2019re also known, are perfect because they can be completed in a short amount of time at any time that suits you. The tasks vary widely, allowing you to select and choose based on your expertise and knowledge. Tasks may include collecting data, transcribing audio to text, taking surveys, playing games, writing short-form content, conducting research, and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n To get started, here are some short task companies to explore:\u00a0<\/p>\n Probably the most popular and plentiful work from home job that you can do is that of a\u00a0customer service<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0tech support rep<\/a>. Besides being plentiful, there are many legit companies that will let you choose your own schedule!<\/p>\n If you enjoy helping customers solve issues, here are some flexible gigs to explore:<\/p>\n If you enjoy typing, have proficient computer skills, and want to work from home, data entry may be the perfect position for you. These jobs require excellent communication skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and G Suite.<\/p>\n For\u00a0online data entry jobs<\/a> you can do during school hours, explore:<\/p>\n Got a knack for creating visually appealing designs? Then take your graphic design skills and take on some freelance projects. Business owners of all sizes need help creating marketing materials, from custom logos and Pinterest images to banner ads, e-book covers, social media banners, and so much more! As a freelance graphic designer<\/a>, you can take on as many projects as you\u2019re able to handle during school hours. Freelance sites like Behance<\/a>, Dribbble<\/a>, Fiverr<\/a>, and Toptal<\/a>.<\/p>\n Starting a home daycare<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent option if you love working with children or have experience caring for them before becoming a parent. Your kids can be home with you at any time as well, so you\u2019ll have flexibility, and they\u2019ll always have other kids to socialize with. If starting a daycare business sounds intimidating, you can always offer as-needed babysitting services using platforms like Care.com<\/a> and Bambino<\/a>. <\/p>\n Chores like\u00a0cooking<\/a>,\u00a0cleaning<\/a>, baking<\/a>, and\u00a0laundry<\/a>\u00a0can all be turned into lucrative home-based businesses. Starting your own service business is an excellent option if you want to be your own boss. Assess your skills and interests, and then build from there.<\/p>\n If you have a fitness background or a passion for exercise, you might consider teaching classes. Instructing other stay-at-home or work-at-home mamas could be perfect if they also have the flexibility to attend classes during school hours. Plus, you\u2019ll be keeping fit!<\/p>\n From freelance content writers, ghostwriters,\u00a0copywriters, and magazine writers to resume writers,\u00a0grant writers, and technical writers\u2026 There is a writing specialty for everyone to earn money from home.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need to have a degree; you just need to have flair and passion for the written word and be able to submit your writing assignments on time. The great thing about freelance writing is that you can do this gig during school hours or when your kids are sleeping. Here is a list of\u00a0paid freelance writing assignments<\/a>.<\/p>\n One remote job that is part-time and offers flexible work hours is that of a\u00a0test scorer<\/a>\u00a0or rater. For these roles, you\u2019ll need a bachelor\u2019s degree and the ability to meet deadlines; however, in most cases, no prior experience is needed. Although your work schedule is flexible, this position is seasonal and pays approximately $15.23 per hour, according to Indeed<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you\u2019d like to grade student tests, essays, and videos online for cash, check out these hiring companies:\u00a0<\/p>\n One flexible career you may want to consider is massage therapy. While you obviously can work full-time hours at a spa, many companies also offer part-time hours for massage therapists. Some salons and spas will let you rent a space, so you can create your own schedule and prices. And if you have a spare room, you can even offer massage services right inside your home, or you could travel to clients\u2019 homes with a portable massage table.\u00a0<\/p>\n To become a massage therapist, you\u2019ll need to complete a 500 to 600-hour training program and pass your state\u2019s licensing exam. Depending on the program you enroll in, you can complete training in as few as 4-6 months, or as long as 9-12 months. According to the\u00a0Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>, the average hourly wage for a massage therapist is $27.86, which would be a nice part-time paycheck.<\/p>\n How would you like to get paid to shop? It\u2019s even possible to be a\u00a0mystery shopper<\/a>\u00a0from the comfort of your home with nothing more than your phone. For mystery shopping gigs, you\u2019ll need excellent attention to detail, good memory recall, and excellent communication skills.<\/p>\n Here is a list of companies to explore for flexible opportunities:<\/p>\n Internet research<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent way to make money from home, and many companies hire freelancers to do their research. If you have background experience in a specific area, such as law, marketing, insurance, or real estate, you\u2019ll have a leg up on the competition.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a stay-at-home mom who used to work as a teacher or you have extensive knowledge of a certain subject, such as reading, math, business, marketing, or science, you can apply for online tutoring jobs.<\/p>\n With these online gigs, the hours of work are flexible. For younger kids, you\u2019ll generally work at night or on weekends, but if you\u2019re working with college students or adults, the hours will vary. With some companies, you\u2019re simply answering homework questions via text, so no need to be on the phone or webcam!<\/p>\n Here are some companies to explore:<\/p>\n If you love animals, use\u00a0Rover<\/a> or Wag<\/a> to connect with pet owners and offer dog walking and pet sitting services during your spare time. With these apps, you choose what combination of services to offer (drop-in visits, dog walking, doggie daycare, boarding, or\u00a0house sitting<\/a>) and what types of animals you\u2019re willing to watch. This can be done after you drop the kids off at school, or you can watch animals at home.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a stickler for grammar and great at picking up typos, you\u2019re in luck\u2014proofreaders<\/a>\u00a0are in high demand! You can proofread from anywhere and go at your own pace. For a change of scenery, you could work in a cafe or while you\u2019re waiting in the car at school pick-up. If you\u2019re uncertain whether proofreading is the right career path for you, sign up for Caitlin Pyle\u2019s\u00a0free proofreading workshop<\/a>!<\/p>\n Here are some companies that hire freelance proofreaders and editors:<\/p>\n Being an online reseller<\/a> is an excellent way to make money during school hours.\u00a0You can sell your unwanted, outgrown, or no longer needed products on platforms such as\u00a0eBay<\/a>,\u00a0Mercari<\/a>, Poshmark<\/a>, or\u00a0Etsy<\/a>.\u00a0All you have to do is create an account, set up your shop, take photos of your products, and post your listings online. Once an item sells, ship it out to the customer when your kids are at school and watch the cash come in. Many people are turning reselling into a full-time gig by sourcing products<\/a> from places like thrift stores, flea markets, and garage sales. If you\u2019re interested in reselling as your full-time job, here are some excellent reselling tips<\/a> for getting started.\u00a0<\/p>\n Once you drop the kids off at school, why not make a few extra bucks as a rideshare or delivery driver? With on-demand apps like\u00a0DoorDash<\/a>\u00a0(deliver food),\u00a0HopSkipDrive<\/a>\u00a0(kids), and\u00a0Instacart<\/a>\u00a0(groceries), you can easily make money during school hours. You will need a valid driver\u2019s license, a reliable car, and the ability to pass a background check. Once approved, you can accept as many gigs as fit your schedule.<\/p>\n Many part-time school positions will allow you to work during school hours, while also having weekends, holidays, and summers off. Such positions might include school crossing guards, lunchroom workers, substitute teachers, nurses<\/a>, counselors, administrative support positions, and more. To find these positions, visit your local school district\u2019s career page and explore their job offerings. You can also check out local churches, as many have Mother\u2019s Day Out programs that hire preschool teachers and teaching assistants.<\/p>\n If you already spend a lot of time on social media, social media management could be a good fit for you. Every business out there has (or probably should have!) at least one social media platform. Business owners don\u2019t always have the time or skills to manage their social media pages and accounts. If you have extensive knowledge of social media platforms like Facebook,\u00a0Instagram<\/a>,\u00a0TikTok<\/a>, and Pinterest, learn more here about starting a\u00a0social media business<\/a>.<\/p>\n Here is a list of companies that hire for flexible social media roles:<\/p>\n Many jobs on this list can be done through agencies or third-party businesses, which might be a good way to get your foot in the door, especially if you don\u2019t have experience in the role. However, you can quickly turn it into your own business to have even more flexibility, and you will probably find it more rewarding and enjoyable.<\/p>\n Starting your own business from home is exciting, so here is a non-exhaustive list of other ways you can be your own boss, doing something you love.<\/p>\n You might also like to read why back-to-school is the perfect time to\u00a0launch a business<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re fluent in more than one language,\u00a0translation<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent way to make money and have flexible hours. For these positions, you\u2019ll generally need to take an initial exam to prove your proficiency. As a freelance translator, you can work when you want and take on as many projects as you like, as long as you can meet your deadlines and turn in high-quality work.<\/p>\n Here are some companies you can explore for freelance gigs:\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019re unsure what this job is, transcriptionists take audio files and video clips and transcribe them into written content. This could be the job for you if you can type well and efficiently. If you\u2019ve never done it before, there are companies that hire beginners, such as Rev<\/a> and\u00a0TranscribeMe<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you\u2019d like to learn more about transcription and what it all entails, as well as hiring companies, explore\u00a0this post<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve worked in an office setting, you likely have the skills and qualifications to work remotely as a\u00a0virtual assistant<\/a>. Most VAs must have prior experience, be tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and have familiarity with Microsoft Office. You\u2019ll likely need to be available during regular business hours, but many companies offer part-time work.<\/p>\n Here are some companies to explore:<\/p>\n Phew, that\u2019s quite the list! Are you surprised (and perhaps overwhelmed) by the number of\u00a0flexible job opportunities\u00a0<\/a>for stay-at-home parents?<\/p>\n I just wanted to share my personal experience. Here in Australia, the school year starts in February. My biggest kiddo will be at school, and my little one will be in a 3-year-old kinder, which is only six hours a week spread over two days. It doesn\u2019t leave me with a lot of kid-free time when you factor in drop-offs and pick-ups, but my plan will look like this:<\/p>\n Monday and Friday mornings will be kid-free, so that\u2019s when I\u2019ll write. I\u2019m a freelance writer and\u00a0editor<\/a>, but I have consistent and reliable work doing that now. On the days that my youngest is home, I will write and do other jobs until the afternoon school pick-up. In the evenings and weekends, I\u2019ll work on my\u00a0sleep coaching business<\/a>.<\/p>\n Other jobs I\u2019ll be doing include social media management and micro jobs, such as proofreading, creating images with\u00a0Canva<\/a>, transcription, and perhaps online research\u2014whatever I can fit in and whatever I feel like doing. That\u2019s the beauty of it!<\/p>\n I have worked from home since my big kid was born, so my children are well aware that the afternoon is a quiet time when I work. Sadly, the nap days ended not that long ago, which was when I was the most productive (read my nap tips\u00a0here<\/a>)!<\/p>\n I hope my real-life example of working within school hours shows you how achievable and easy it is. I\u2019d love to know what you\u2019re considering doing. To add some variety to your life, why not choose several different\u00a0part-time jobs<\/a>\u00a0to keep it interesting and to ensure you\u2019ve always got money coming in? That way, you can decide where your specialty lies as well, and who knows where it will lead. Good luck!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.theworkathomewoman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/African-american-mother-and-daughter-packing-backpack-before-school-for-blog-post-jobs-during-school-hours.png\")
<\/figure>\n26 Jobs During School Hours That Are Perfect for Parents<\/h2>\n
1. AI Trainer<\/h2>\n
2. Beauty Business<\/h2>\n
3. Bookkeeping Role<\/h2>\n
4. Complete Short Tasks<\/h2>\n
5. Customer Services Representative<\/h2>\n
6. Data Entry Clerk<\/h2>\n
7. Graphic Design Work<\/h2>\n
8. Home Daycare Operator<\/h2>\n
9. Household Chores<\/h2>\n
10. Fitness Instructor<\/h2>\n
11. Freelance Writing Jobs<\/h2>\n
12. Grade Test Papers<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n13. Massage Therapist<\/h2>\n
14. Mystery Shopper<\/h2>\n
15. Online Researcher<\/h2>\n
16.\u00a0Online Tutoring Jobs<\/h2>\n
17. Pet Sitter or Dog Walker<\/h2>\n
18. Proofreader<\/h2>\n
19. Reseller<\/h2>\n
20. Rideshare Driver or Delivery Driver<\/h2>\n
21. School Jobs<\/h2>\n
22. Social Media Manager<\/h2>\n
22. Start a Small Business<\/h2>\n
24. Translator<\/h2>\n
25. Transcriptionist<\/h2>\n
26. Virtual Assistant (VA)<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\nMy Plan for Working During School Hours<\/h2>\n