6. Retail associate
Maybe, as a mom, you just need to get out of the house for a few hours per week. Sometimes, a short break every now and then is just what we need to parent to the best of our abilities. If this is you, consider getting a part-time job in retail. You can work for a small candle shop, a jewelry counter in your favorite department store or at a local coffee shop, for example. Though the pay isn’t necessarily the best (the hourly average wage is $9.52 per hour), the flexibility and the time away from home may be priceless.
7. Fitness instructor
If working out is one of your top priorities, consider becoming a fitness instructor. You can teach as little as one class per week or become certified in a specialized field, such as Pilates, and teach private lessons along with group classes. Group instructors can average $19.75 per hour, and private instructors can charge significantly more per hour depending on credentials, location and types of clients.
8. Small business owner
Are you crafty and have a passion for baking, making jewelry or blogging? Hone in on your talents, and open up your own small business out of the comfort of your own home. Etsy, for instance, lets you create your own little handmade shop on the worldwide web. You can also sell your services via a personal website, advertising and referrals.
9. Tutor
Whether you do it locally or remotely, tutoring can be a great way to earn extra cash. There are several places you can tutor online, including Chegg, K12 and Tutor.com. Tutors earn an average wage of $17.28 per hour.
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10. Nanny
If you’re at home with your own kids all day (and love it), consider being a nanny for someone else’s kids or starting your own at-home day care. Both options allow you to stay with your own children and bring in some additional income as well. Median pay for a nanny is around $14.54 per hour.
11. Freelancer
Freelancing goes beyond writing or editing, which are what most people think of when they hear the word “freelance.” Freelancing is simply working for a company without a long-term commitment. Basically, you work as an independent contractor, usually from the comfort of your own home. You may be hired on temporarily to complete a project, assist in grant writing or bookkeeping and more. While it isn’t the most stable of jobs, it is one of the most flexible, and freelancers often make more than $20/hour.
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