34 Best Part-Time Jobs for Parents
Here are the best part-time jobs for moms and dads.
Fact checked by Karen Cilli
Striking a balance between parenting and work, not to mention considering the family's bottom line, is an ongoing challenge many families face. For working parents who can't commit to a full-time schedule but are seeking employment, a high-paying, part-time job or a flexible evening or weekend gig is often the solution.
Of course, finding the right job for you—and even knowing where to begin—can be challenging. Read on for some favorite part-time job opportunities for parents.
Related: Working Parents Work Longer Hours Than Non-Parents
Best Part-Time Jobs for Moms That Can be Done From Home
When you have little kids, working from home can help recalibrate your work-life balance. At the very least, there's no commute!
Numerous part-time job opportunities can be done from home. Here are some of the best options:
Blogging
Bookkeeping
Consulting
Copywriting
Crafting (think of starting your own biz on a site like Etsy)
Customer service
Data entry
Grant writing
Graphic design
Music instruction
Property management (such as renting out an apartment via Airbnb)
Reselling children's clothing online
Reselling adult clothing online (on a site like Poshmark)
Social media marketing
Web development
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Virtual assistant
A number of studies have focused on the impact of parents' working from home since the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in more people working from home. One study found that telecommuting work may offer moms a way to maintain work hours and reduce gaps in childcare. On the other hand, moms who telecommute may experience inequalities in housework and more disruptions to paid work.
Best Part-Time Jobs for Moms on the Weekend
If working from home isn't an option, consider on-site part-time work, like those conducive to weekend shifts, such as:
Bartending and catering
DJing
Sales associate or cashier at a store
Swim instruction
Some research has found no significant differences in satisfaction between moms who work part-time and moms who work full-time. For example, a 2024 study found that life satisfaction extends well beyond the boundaries of time spent at work, and a more substantial impact on satisfaction included occupational roles, family income, and engagement in social roles.
Best Part-Time Jobs for Moms That are Flexible
Another option is to look for part-time jobs that offer flexible schedules, including the following:
Delivering newspapers
Dog-sitting or dog-walking (independently or for a company like Wag or Rover)
Driving for Uber or Lyft
Fitness instruction
Grocery and restaurant delivery (think Postmates or DoorDash)
Teaching private music lessons
Home health aide
Receptionist
Substitute teacher for your local school district
Working in a daycare
Working at a church
With a flexible work schedule, you can build your own schedule and work when you can.
How to Start the Job Hunt
Optimize your resources if you're just getting started looking for part-time, flexible employment. After all, casting too wide a net can quickly get overwhelming. Here are some places to start:
Indeed and LinkedIn: More general job sites that can help you narrow your search based on your location and the field you're interested in
FlexJobs.com: A site that is specifically geared to flex opportunities
The Second Shift: A job placement company that focuses exclusively on women candidates seeking part-time work, interim jobs, or special projects in human resources, finance, and marketing
Power to Fly: Focused on women seeking part-time or remote work in tech, digital, sales, and marketing
The Mom Project: A digital talent marketplace and community that connects employers and employees for professionals in project management, marketing, tech, sales, administration, finance, human resources, and legal fields
Additionally, be sure to tell your personal network (professional contacts as well as friends, family, other parents, and really anyone you meet) that you're looking for work. Once your social circle knows you want a part-time job, they can let you know if they hear of any relevant positions. People are often happy to help connect you with potential opportunities, but they won't know you're looking unless you tell them.
Key Takeaways
A flexible, part-time job is often the right fit for moms and dads with young kids. Parents now have more options than ever for part-time, remote, and other flexible work arrangements. Think about your skills and interests and the type of work that will fit into your life. Then, search online, contact local businesses, and reach out to your network to find potential gigs.
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