Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com.
For many parents, the end of summer means the opportunity to head back to work. But with the kids heading back to school, finding a balance between work and family can still be challenging.
However, several scheduling options can meet your needs if you’re not interested in a full-time, in-person job.
Many parents report that remote jobs with part-time schedules have helped them pursue their careers and earn extra income while still meeting their family’s needs. Of course, everyone’s situation is unique, so it’s essential to find a schedule that works for you and your family.
From staying up to date in your industry to enjoying extra income and greater flexibility, part-time jobs have a lot to offer busy parents juggling responsibilities.
To get an idea of what sort of jobs you can expect to see offering part-time roles, we’ve rounded up some of the most common within a few different categories.
Explore the following categories and sample job titles to discover if any are a strong career fit for you.
1. Account Management
Account managers work closely with customers to help them attain their goals while maintaining budgetary guidelines. Pursuing this field, you will likely provide support with complex processes and applications to aid customers with their projects.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Live Event Associate
- Relationship Manager
2. Bilingual
Bilingualism can play an essential role in promoting global communication and understanding in almost any industry you’re interested in. If you have proficiency in a second language, consider a job in the bilingual field.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Ads Quality Rater – Portuguese
- Virtual Assistant, Bilingual English and Spanish
3. Computer & IT
If you love everything technical, a computer & IT industry job might be the ideal way to head back to work this fall. Jobs within the industry range from tech support for customers to maintaining internal databases for organizations of any size.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- AI Response Evaluator
- Senior Control Systems Engineer
4. Customer Service
Do you love helping people find resolutions to everyday issues? You might love working in the remote customer service field. Customer service representatives often serve as the direct point of contact for customers in every industry.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Customer Service Associate
- Customer Service Specialist
5. Education & Training
The education and training industry is excellent if you enjoy working with people and helping them learn new things! With more and more businesses offering online training, the opportunities for educators are only increasing, and many remote opportunities are available.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Online Tutor
- Teaching Assistant
6. Environmental & Green
If you’re passionate about the environment and looking for a way to make a difference, consider a remote green job. From supporting nature-focused organizations with social media content to sharing your knowledge part-time as a remote instructor, there’s likely a job in this field that’s a perfect fit for you.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Mineral Surveyor
- Public Assistance Disaster Recovery – Estimator
7. Internet & Ecommerce
Working in the internet and ecommerce field is a great way to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working from home. There will be a perfect fit for your skills and interests with so many job opportunities in information technology, web development, and online sales.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Junior Content Social Media Manager
- Social Media Content Creator
8. Marketing
If you’d love to work as the driving force in any industry, a part-time job in the field of marketing might be an excellent fit. Marketers create and deliver products or services to businesses. And generally, marketers are the ones who promote and educate potential clients on the products and services that are available.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Marketing Assistant
- Marketing Automation Strategist
9. Medical & Health
The medical and health industry is one of the top-growing fields in the world. If you are passionate about helping people understand complex processes or offering support to navigate the nuances of their care and billing options, a part-time role in this field might be perfect for you!
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Senior Medical Coder
10. Writing
Have you always had a passion for expressing yourself through the written word? Or, perhaps you love researching new subjects and creating materials that help businesses succeed in their marketing and sales goals. Writers develop a variety of written materials for diverse audiences, both online and in print.
Recent part-time, remote jobs:
- Grant Writer – Foundation Grants
- Legal Content Writer
