Deciding between a career and family can be tough, especially when you’re balancing the demands of both.

Side hustle jobs are a fantastic solution for stay-at-home moms looking to contribute to the family finances without sacrificing precious time with their kids.

The cost of childcare is sky-high, and finding someone trustworthy can be even more challenging.

If you’re looking to make some extra money but don’t know where to start, here are 15 side hustle jobs that can help you earn a decent salary while staying home with your little ones.

Start Your Own Business – Side Hustle Jobs

I am sure you are thinking – it sounds easier than it is – but listen, it truly is easier than you think.

If you are crafty or have a special skill put those skills to work in you!

From making home decor and party decor to baking goods, or teaching, you can start your own side business and make your own schedule for when you are available to work.

If you are crafty, make something and sell it.

If you are good at baking, start by giving friends and family samples and ask them to spread the word about your newfound business.

If you are good at teaching, maybe offer to tutor kids or even teach a subject that a homeschool parent does not feel comfortable with. Local homeschool parents are always looking for options to help teach their kids.

Great places to explore if you are selling anything are Facebook Marketplace, Facebook groups, Etsy, or your own website.

When you have playdates or a friendly group meet up mention you have a side business – you will be surprised at how many people will remember you just from a simple conversation.

Babysit

If you like kids and love helping other parents, why not babysit?

This does not have to be a full-time job but maybe just a side hustle for you to earn some money.

There are other parents who would like to go on a date night and have someone watch the kids for a few hours. Some parents would also like to run errands or go to an appointment without the kids.

Also, for that family that is always struggling to leave work to pick up the kids from the bus stop, you may be able to provide after-school pickup or drop off and before and aftercare.

Babysitting is an easy side hustle where you can create your own schedule while watching your own kids as well.

You can even turn it into a full-time job if you would like – just make sure you follow the proper licensing for your state.

Dogsit / Petsit

If you like pets, pet sitting is a very much in-demand side hustle.

Similar to babysitting you can pick your own schedule and set your own hours and earn as a side hustle or maybe even turn it into a full-time job.

Families that work during the day need their dogs to go for a walk so they look for someone that is reliable to help out.

The best place to start is your own neighborhood – there are also apps like Rover that you can sign up for as a local dog walker.

Another petsitting option would be for families that like to travel but do not have a trusted facility for their pets.

If you can, offer the ability to care for their pets while they are on vacation – either in your own home or their home, if you are comfortable, then that can help you earn a little extra as well.

Virtual Assistant

With the way the job market has turned since the pandemic, companies have become more aware of the needs of their employees and even their own needs to be able to run a profitable company more efficiently.

One of the many positions companies are now considering is virtual assistant. This is an opportunity to work remotely and create your own schedule.

Although some companies require a more stable work schedule, there are a lot of companies looking to hire freelancers to work on projects.

These are more self-employed positions and there are so many options to choose from.

A great place to start looking for a virtual assistant position is Indeed.

If you would like to advertise your skills as a virtual assistant then Fiverr or Upwork are great sites to create your profile – these are also great places for you to research what other people are offering that you may not realize that companies need.

Sell New and Used Items

Although this may not be everyone’s cup of tea, it is an option.

Buying low and selling high can help you earn a profit.

Sites like Poshmark, Mercari, eBay, or even Amazon offer options for you to become a seller.

There are many videos on YouTube where these trades are being taught on how people are making money – it may be worth checking out.

Tutoring

If you like teaching, and helping students and are good at certain subjects – then this is a perfect gig for you!

Tutoring can be done virtually or in person and you can make your schedule as well.

You can advertise with your local mom’s Facebook groups and homeschool groups to teach locally or sign up at Tutors where you can earn an average of $50 per hour.

Freelance Writing

If you are a good writer and enjoy writing try freelance writing as a side job.

Places that may look for freelance writers would be website developer companies, local magazines for article writing, bloggers, and real estate agents for descriptive caption writing for their listings.

A great place to advertise your skills and get hired is Fiverr or Upwork.

Photographer

Making memories is very important to any family. If you have a good camera and love capturing moments, try family photography.

If you are just getting started and need to brush up on your photography skills, YouTube has tons of videos that can teach you about photography as a side hustle.

I highly recommend watching Tony & Chelsea Northrup on YouTube as they are great photographers and teachers and teach different techniques for free online.

One way to start building your photography business is to start with your own family, offer free sessions to friends and family, and offer your services in a silent auction to help build up your name and business portfolio.

Make sure you create a Facebook page to showcase your photography business and help locals find and hire you!

Editing / Proofreading

Yes, editing and proofreading is an actual job!

Freelance editing/proofreading is a much sought-after skill for many corporations and bloggers.

This is usually a 100% remote job – so if you like reading and have a good eye for details, then this may be the opportunity for you!

You can create your own schedule and take on as many jobs or projects as you would like.

Create your profile with your skills on Fiverr or Upwork and list your skills.

Also, check out Flexjobs for editing and proofreading opportunities as well.

Social Media

Earning money on social media is one of the hottest trends going on!

Since the pandemic, many creators discovered that social media can be a lucrative job.

If you enjoy sharing about what you do or maybe even a skill you have – try posting it.

Social media followers are either looking to be educated or entertained.

If you would like to be on camera, create a YouTube account and start videoing yourself and posting. After you have 1000 subscribers and 4000 watch hours on YouTube, you can start earning money for your videos.

If you are not a fan of videos, maybe try posting on Instagram where you don’t necessarily have to show your face but can write descriptive information about what you are passionate about. You can create graphics for free on Canva.

If you prefer to stay behind the scenes on social media and have social media knowledge, then maybe consider helping others with their social media account.

Being a social media manager you can make your own schedule and work with as many clients as you would like while staying behind the scenes.

Coaching / Consulting

Perhaps you left a career to raise a family and you have all the skills to help others succeed.

Being a positive influence and a guide in someone’s life can help change that person’s life, help them achieve their goals, and help solve problems.

If you are someone who likes to speak and like to interact with other people and has a passion for helping others learn or navigate something that you are familiar with, then consider being a coach and/or consultant.

Coaching and consulting have become a very lucrative business that you can do virtually from anywhere. By helping others you can earn money on your own time.

Digital Marketing

Digital Marketing is one of the fastest-growing fields in today’s technology.

Digital Marketing does so many different tasks and there are many companies hiring freelance digital marketing to help them with their day-to-day business.

Sell Digital Products Online

If you are a graphic designer, a web designer, or can simply draw, then consider selling your work.

Selling digital products online can give you worldwide access to clients.

The best places to sell your digital work would be Etsy or your own website (which I highly recommend and you will incur fewer fees).

Some ideas of digital work you can sell would be:

• Digital mockups
• Photography printouts/downloads
• Drawings
• Calligraphy
• Planners
• Invitations

You can even sell your work on print on demand as well where a company such as Printful or Printify will print your work and ship it to the client.

Travel Agent / Planner

I will have to admit this is one of the best job descriptions I have ever researched – yes I do enjoy a vacation, even if it is a working vacation!

Being a travel agent / planner you will offer advice on destinations, plan trip itineraries, and make travel arrangements for clients.

Travel agents sell transportation, lodging, and admission to entertainment activities to individuals and groups planning trips.

The best part of this job is that most companies and hotels will offer you a stay to check out their place so you can help entice your future customers to their locations.

This position can easily be done remotely!

Organizer

You will be surprised at how lucrative the position of an organizer can be – just a tip, this is what Kim Kardashian used to do for a living before her fame.

An organizer specializes in cleaning and sorting out homes and spaces, using various organizational systems and strategies.

They are primarily responsible for coordinating with clients and learning their preferences, traveling to different places, determining areas of improvement, and implementing corrective measures.

Although this is not a fully remote position, this can be accomplished by creating your own schedule.

Real Estate Agent

A real estate agent is an excellent side hustle for stay-at-home moms because it offers the flexibility to create your own schedule.

As a real estate agent, you can manage showings, client meetings, and property viewings around your family’s needs.

This allows you to be present for your children while still pursuing a rewarding and profitable career.

With the ability to work from home and set your own hours, real estate provides an ideal balance between professional ambitions and family responsibilities.

Related: Buying a Home – 13 Important Steps You Need to Know

So what would be your ideal job to work from home?