Balancing Education and Ambition: Career Options for Homeschooling Moms
Moms wear many hats. They’re cooks, cleaners and confidantes, always putting their kids’ needs before theirs. Throw in taking on the role of teacher, and that’s a balancing act that requires superhuman strength.
For whatever reason you’ve chosen to homeschool your children, you can rest assured that you’ve made the right decision.
Forbes reports that the remote learning model has had a transformative impact on U.S. education. Since the pandemic, more parents have decided to forgo traditional schools for experiential, curiosity-driven learning, putting homeschooled kids at a bigger advantage than their public school peers.
Knowing your kids are happy and thriving academically is a great feeling, but where does that leave you in the equation?
Prioritizing their schooling doesn’t necessarily mean you put your career ambitions on hold. Instead, see it as an opportunity to pursue other avenues that interest you.
Below, we’ll explore career options for homeschooling moms.
Nursing
Despite being a high-pressure career, nursing is a good option for homeschooling moms. The reason is that it intertwines patient care with compassion and empathy, traits that mothers inherently have. You can go to the next level by opting for faith-based nursing.
Faith-based healthcare is popular among moms who prefer integrating their religious beliefs with their careers.
Faith-based nursing is a fulfilling occupation that combines faith and healthcare, requiring clinicians to respect religious beliefs and incorporate them into interventions.
Many patients subscribe to faith-based health insurance to lower their medical expenses. Unlike traditional health insurance, the cost-sharing model is subsidized by health-sharing ministries and Christian healthcare ministries.
The healthcare provider typically covers healthcare costs, medical bills and essential health benefits.
Also called faith community nursing or parish nursing, these specialized nurses take a holistic approach to care, addressing the mind, body, and soul in patient well-being. You could start part-time and work your schedule around the kids’ classes.
Baylor University says faith-based nursing fosters meaningful connections with patients and their families, providing much-needed emotional support.
Some institutions offer distance Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) with the requisite being that you have a bachelor’s degree in any field.
Virtual Assistant
Virtual assistants (VAs) are the most sought-after professions in the remote working economy.
Many VAs work for small businesses or large corporations. If you have administrative experience, this role is perfectly suited for you. Depending on the job specs, VAs are tasked with setting appointments, managing calendars and making travel arrangements.
It requires technical know-how like data entry and allows you to flex your creative muscle by managing social media accounts.
As a VA, you can work fully remotely and at set times. The best way to set yourself apart from other candidates is to take online courses on specific software and earn certifications in the relevant field.
Bookkeeping
Offering decent pay and flexibility, bookkeeping could be your ideal side gig if numbers are your thing.
A bookkeeper is responsible for several tasks, including recording and maintaining a business’s financial records.
The role is in high demand by small companies that need bookkeeping services instead of hiring a large accounting firm. Other homeschooling parents might also need your expertise.
Once you are comfortable doing the job, consider taking on more clients if time allows.
Luckily, there are tons of online bookkeeping courses. Stick to the ones that come highly recommended and are accredited.
Online Reseller
How about monetizing your love for online shopping? Online resellers buy products from manufacturers, wholesalers or suppliers and sell them at a markup.
Find a niche and a profitable product to make it worth your time. You’ll need a website or eCommerce store, starting capital and know the basics of digital marketing. The best part is that online marketplaces already exist like eBay and Etsy.
Dropshipping has become especially popular. It allows you to outsource procuring, storing, and shipping products to a third party, making it a profitable alternative to buying and storing the items at your home.
The biggest perk of becoming an online reseller is that it doesn’t require a formal qualification. This option is ideal if you have an entrepreneurial mind and need a creative outlet.
How to Make it Work
Striking a balance between homeschooling and a job can be tough. Thankfully, there are plenty of resources available to help you.
Supportive communities offer loads of advice and most importantly emotional support. You don’t have to navigate the journey on your own.
Start by implementing a homeschooling timetable that works for you and your family. When you can, outsource childcare and other activities and plan it outside your home.
We tend to focus on our children while sacrificing our mental health and well-being. Finding other interests helps you create a more balanced home-work life.
And remember, there will come a day when your kids will fly the coop and won’t need you as much anymore. You’ll have the luxury of time to concentrate on turning your side gig into a full-time job.
Also, look at work as an opportunity for lifelong learning, encouraging career advancement and personal growth.
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