Youll find no shortage of summer jobs for teachers or educators.
Many of these opportunities will give you a modest income without a lengthy commitment.
Ready to find your new summer job?
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7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People
Do you avoid people too?
Enough small talk.Here are some waysto earn extra cash, without all of the social stuff.
But for others, teaching is what gets them going in the morning.
Teach English as a Second Language
Want to strengthen your teaching skills while earning extra money?
Look for opportunities to tutor English as a second language (ESL) students locally and online.
Or go online and connect with students all over the world through sites likeGoFluentandQKids.
Did you know?
And of course, shamelessly publicize your tutoring skills to friends and family who have children.
Become a Test Prep Instructor
This is similar to tutoring, but with a little twist.
Plus, you get to watch kids run around playing sports, which is always adorable.
A 6-year-old in an oversized, bobbling baseball helmet?
Check with your community YMCA, recreation centers, churches and camps to find open jobs.
it’s possible for you to also check out sites likeSittercityandCare.comto find jobs in your community.
Sell Your Lesson Plans Online
Who doesnt love opportunities to leverage what you already have for passive income.
Youve already done the work.
Why not make the most of it?
You will earn 60% to 85% on each sale of your education resources.
And this is an opportunity that can continue to bring in additional income year-round without any extra work.
The sale and the transfer of my work happens automatically.
The payment goes straight to my PayPal account after TPT takes its cut.
Its extremely easy once your store is created and your work is loaded.
it’s possible for you to also list your services on freelance platforms such asUpwork,ThumbtackandFiverr.
If youre interested but need a little refresher on resume writing, check out thisstep-by-step guide.
All you have to do is browse and navigate websites and then provide honest feedback.
You wont get rich testing websites expect to earn between $5 and $10 for each test.
Direct Sell Your Favorite Products
Are you a big fan of certain products?
If you love them and can recommend them to others, why not sell them yourself?
Use social media, your story telling skills, and natural enthusiasm for the product to promote and sell.
Influence
Influencersset their own hours and enjoy flexibility when choosing a specific genre or niche.
While this undertaking could start in summer, it would probably require year round attention.
it’s possible for you to start withour Work-From-Home jobs portalto find a gig.
And if youve never forayed into remote work before, take some time to go over ourwork-from-home guide.
Why not spend your months off in the great outdoors and earning extra cash at the same time?
Camp Counselor
If you love fresh air and sunshine, consider getting a job at a summer camp.
Writer Amanda Simkin spent three summers working at a summer camp during her eight years of teaching.
Heres how she recommends you find a job.
it’s possible for you to also check with your local YMCA, community organizations and churches.
Local Tour Guide
Summer is a busy time for traveling and discovering new places.
Know all of the hot spots and hidden gems in your city or neighborhood?
Then considerbecoming a local tour guide.
You dont have to wear an oversized animal head or drive a little boat through a prehistoric lagoon.
They need customer service reps, guides, ushers, sales people, food service staff and more.
Check out the big parks such asSeaworld,Busch GardensandDisney, but also consider smaller parks throughout the country.
This is the perfect job if you want to work outdoors but youre also looking for an adventure.
But be warned: The job is intense and physically demanding.
It also requires long hours and certain qualifications, depending on your state.
Check out the jobs withEcho Canyon River ExpeditionsandRiver Runners.
Dog Walker
Honestly, who doesnt want to get paid to hang out with dogs in their spare time?
Well, maybe cat people… but they dont count.
Start by offering your services to friends and family who dont have the summers off.
you could alsosign up forRover.
Rover says sitters can earn as much as $1,000 a month.
Rover dog-sitter requirements vary by location.
Boarding is the apps most popular service, so offering it can get you more gigs.
You set your own rates.
(Rover keeps between 20% and 25%as a service fee.)
Dog owners will reach out to you.
Accept which gigs you want, then start snugglin pups.
As soon as you complete a service, youll be paid within two days.
Wagis another dog walking service that works similarly.
Here are some options all across the board, were sure at least one will catch your eye.
Demand for ride-sharing has been growing over the last few years and continues to grow.
Best of all, he could do it on his own time.
you’re able to work days, nights or weekends its up to you.
Because its easy to switch between apps, Lyft drivers often alsodrive for Uber.
Rent Out Your Driveway
No one wants to worry about feeding a meter while on vacation.
You may only earn $20 per day, but $20 is $20.
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List Extra Space in Your House
Have a spare room?
Airbnb is booking them at high rates.
Some cities have less than 10 percent of rentals available.
Now is the time to earn some extra moneylisting that spare room.
A few simple steps can make the difference between a great experience and a less-than-satisfactory one.
We talked toTerence Michael, an Airbnb superhost based in Los Angeles.
Here are some of his tips:
(Hosting laws vary from city to city.
c’mon understand the rules and regulations applicable to your city and listing.)
Try services such asTuroorGetaround.
Host Trivia
Consider yourself a Jeopardy!
Check with your local restaurants and bars to see whether theyre in need of a trivia host.
Thismath teacher in Florida told us he earns $125 per weekhosting trivia.
Rent Out Baby Gear
Renting out baby supplies what will they think of next?
So if you have baby equipment youre not using, you could list it for rental.
BabyQuip users keep 78% of each reservation fee, but 100% of each delivery fee.
You cansign up for BabyQuip hereor tryTraveling Baby Company.
Bonus you get to hang out with furry, and not-so-furry friends.
But that doesnt mean you cant earn some extra money along the way.
Plus, youll probably get the book for free.
Here are some reputable websites and publishers that will actuallypay you for book reviews.
Write (and Publish) Your Own EBook
Do you have knowledge to share?
Maybe youre an expert at life hacks or popular topics like vegetable gardening or handcrafts.
As a teacher, you might have had experiences in the classroom which could help teachers succeed.
Write about it, publish it, make money, AND help others!
Get ready to channel your inner scribe and punch in, punch in, punch in!
Check out professional sites that can connect you with potential clients in your area, likeHouseSitter.com.
you might typically find transcription jobs in three categories: general, medical and legal.
Note that the latter two might require additional training or requirements, but that will depend on the employer.
Check out our story onhow to become a transcriptionist.
Uber Eats,GrubHub,InstacartandShiptall offer flexible hours.
Ohio-based contributor Catherine Hiles writes about finance, cars, pet ownership and parenting for The Penny Hoarder.
The Penny Hoarder staff contributed to this story.
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