If you’re a busy mom with no time for research, look no further than our guide to getting back into the job market with a role that suits your active lifestyle.
Keep reading to learn more about four great career choices that offer you an opportunity to ease back into the workplace, maintain your flexibility to work around the kids’ school run and homework and ultimately, let you continue juggling the many balls you have up in the air.
1.Become a Substitute Teacher
Teaching students when their regular teachers are not available is something anyone with a bachelor’s degree could think about doing. You’re not required to hold a teaching degree and can decide which assignments you’ll take on and when. As soon as a permanent teacher falls ill or needs to take leave, you then step in to give their class instructions on their behalf and manage the learning environment.
According to the Bureau of Labour Statistics at the United States Department of Labour, the average substitute teacher earns almost $31,000 a year, and on their site, they share their research on which industries and states have the highest employment rates in this field.
2. Apply to be a Radiologic Technician
If you are passionate about healthcare and willing to study online to obtain a degree in Bachelor of Radiation Science Technology, then this could be the career for you. Spend your time positioning patients and setting up the machines that take perfect images for radiologists to make diagnoses. It’s a field that is growing across a range of industries, and that can earn you an average annual salary of around $57,000, according to the University of Cincinnati. The university offers both insight and a range of suitable online study programs on this topic.
3. Learn More About Being a Librarian
If you think you would be good at helping people find information and conduct research, you could very easily become a librarian – especially if you already hold a master’s degree in Library Science, some teaching certificate or a degree in another field.
Depending on who you work for – and this ranges from local government to companies to schools, and beyond, you can expect to earn an average salary of almost $58,000 each year, in this line of work. The Bureau of Labour Statistics at the United States Department of Labour projects that employment rate in this field will grow by 9% between now and 2026, which puts it on par with many other industries and shows that this is a profession worth serious consideration.
4. Substance Abuse Nurse
If you think you could work with people who have tobacco, alcohol and illicit drug addictions, then you should consider entering the nursing industry. Best yet, not only will you be able to help those in need, but you'll also be entering an industry that will be hiring for years to come.
In fact, by 2018, they indicate that there will be an expected shortage of around 200,000 nurses so if you hold a relevant degree, this presents a major opportunity for you. Now, considering that you're a mother, you're probably thinking, "I just don't think I can go back to school right now. I need to be at home." But guess what - you don't have to leave home. Yep! That's right. There are a ton of online master of science in a nursing programs that you could consider enrolling in.
Whatever you choose to do, know that there is a wealth of information on the internet to get your research started, as well as a range of incredible online programs for you to study further from. Your next career move is literally at the tip of your fingers - how exciting is that!
Now, of course, remember that as a mom on the go, it’ll be important to find some healthy tips for establishing a work-life balance. Even if this means merely taking a 10 minute walk or finding one tiny moment of quietness, don’t get so caught up in being a working mom that you forget about you! You may feel selfish at first. But don’t let yourself get to your head. You can’t be at your best for your kids or your work without taking care of yourself first!
Best of luck Ladies! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
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