As a teacher, you know all about juggling. Did you know that you’re also three times more likely than the average US worker to be juggling multiple gigs? Summer jobs for teachers are second or even third jobs for the one in six teachers who have a side hustle.
So, what are the best jobs for teachers during their summer break? We did the research and we’ve got tips for getting started too. Keep reading for opportunities both in and outside your home while making some extra cash.
Don’t forget—it’s important that you find a balance! Make sure you schedule in time to relax and enjoy the summer holidays as well. You deserve it!
Summer Jobs for Teachers
If you’re enthusiastic about helping students keep up their academic skills over the summer, want to spend time with pets or just want to stay busy outside your home, consider some of these job opportunities.
Tutor Face to Face
With the summer break being the longest time students are without a formal education, some parents look to tutoring sessions to ensure their learning isn’t hindered. Summer tutoring also provides those students who are struggling with extra assistance and gives them the chance to catch up.
Imagine the feeling when you know you have impacted a child’s learning in a positive way!
Tutoring Jobs
Here are some tutoring companies that you may like to contact:
- Help students ace your favorite subjects to teach with Club Z!
- Care.com provides work opportunities if you’re interested in tutoring, pet care, housekeeping and more.
- Post on Facebook that you’re available for face-to-face tutoring and get your family and friends to help spread the word!
Deliver Food
Restaurant takeout went sky high during the pandemic, and many people are saying they’re getting used to having food delivered right to their doorstep that they would have otherwise purchased in a restaurant. Cash in on the trend by signing up as a driver on a food delivery app. It’s another job that lets you choose when you want to work.
Food Delivery Jobs
- Become a “dasher” and deliver food through DoorDash.
- Work on your own schedule and deliver food with UberEats.
- Sign up to be a shopper and deliver groceries with Instacart.
Work at a Summer Camp
Ok, so this isn’t for everyone. But, if you’re super energetic and get a kick out of helping kids have fun, then summer camp is an option for you. Get outdoors and enjoy the summer weather all while making some cash.
Summer Camp Jobs
Visit job sites such as Indeed or SchoolSpring for job listing opportunities, otherwise go directly to:
- Browse job openings for camp through ACA (American Camp Association)
- There are camp jobs all over the country through CoolWorks. Browse to see if there’s a fun opportunity in your state!
- See if a YMCA near you has day camp counselor openings to fill your summer months.
Pet Sit or Walk Dogs
Are you an animal lover? If you are and don’t have a pet of your own, why not enjoy the company of someone else’s four-legged child? Some pet sitter jobs also include a bit of house sitting which would make a nice change of scenery. And yes, house sitting is also another option…
Pet Care Jobs
- Sign up to board other people’s pets, walk dogs, offer daycare or even house-sit to keep others’ furry friends happy through Rover.
- Create a profile through PetSitter.com and have pet owners come to you or browse open opportunities.
- Housesit and watch some cute pets through House Sitters America.
Complete Other People’s Small Tasks
Do you get a kick out of putting together flat-pack furniture? Do you find decluttering enjoyable? Do you find your inner peace while you’re gardening?
There are now a host of apps that allow you to choose the tasks that you would like to complete for people. You’re in control of your own schedule and what you are happy to do.
Where do I start?
- Earn money as a “tasker” through Airtasker.
- Sign up to assemble furniture, help someone move, clean and much more with TaskRabbit.
Babysit or Nanny Children
Do you miss being around children over the summer break? One side hustle that will still give you a dose of children while being flexible is to babysit or do some nannying jobs.
Babysitting Job Opportunities
- Search, connect and book babysitting jobs through Babysits.
- Advertise your babysitting or nannying skills in a local Facebook group.
- From babysitting to nannying to daycare jobs, Sitter.com has a lot of opportunities!
- UrbanSitter provides job opportunities for those interested in babysitting, nannying, pet sitting, household services, tutors and senior care.
Work in Retail
Have a complete break away from children and work in an entirely different environment through retail.
Retail Job Opportunities
- Drop into your local boutique shops and other stores with a basic resume in hand. Chances are, many places are hiring for the season!
- Browse job opportunities in your area with Indeed, Glassdoor or ZipRecruiter.
Summer Jobs for Teachers From Home
If you can’t wait to stay home this summer but want to stay busy and save up some money, browse these opportunities:
Tutor Online
Online tutoring is a growing business, and let’s face it: You’re already an expert at this one, so the learning curve will be a lot less. And there’s a definite bonus: You get extra mileage out of all of your Teach Starter resources that you’ve been using in your classroom. Win, win!
Online Tutoring Jobs
- You can pick your own hours and tutor on a variety of subjects with Tutor.com. You can even help tutor future teachers who could use some help getting through college.
- Set your own rate, teach students online from all over the world with Preply.
- Become a tutor with Sylvan and choose jobs based on your availability.
- Interested students come to you when you create an account with Tutors.com.
Sell Your Artwork
Are you creative? Do you have a hobby that could easily be turned into a side hustle? This may be a money-making option for you.
Sell Art Online
- Etsy is one of the easiest creative marketplaces to sell mostly handcrafted, vintage, or one-of-a-kind items.
- Do you take photos or create art pieces that are good for home decor? Check out Fine Art America.
- Upload your artwork to print-on-demand sites which will transfer your designs to home decor, clothing, dishes and much more!
- Have a craft or skill you’d like to teach others? Build an online class via Skillshare that will continue to earn you money even after the school year starts back up!
Flip Items
Refresh, reboot, and make some extra cash at the same time. Get inspired by Netflix’s Marie Kondo or The Home Edit, and declutter both your classroom and your house. You’ll be surprised how much extra ‘stuff’ you have! Then, flip it!
Once you’re done cleaning out your own house, why not look into upcycling furniture…
Sell Second Hand
- Declutter your home this summer and sell your items on Mercari.
- Sign up for Poshmark to sell your clothing items, shoes, jewelry and more.
- Facebook Marketplace can be used to sell just about anything from clothing to furniture! Customers can come to you or you can meet them at a designated spot.
We hope you were inspired by one of these awesome summer job suggestions for teachers! Let us know your tips in the comments section of this blog.
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