Best Jobs For Moms

At the end of 2019, there were about 35 million mothers in the U.S. workforce. Because these working moms have to manage jobs and their children’s needs and schedules, they have much higher burnout rates than their female counterparts without children and working males, even if they have children.

Working moms often do it all, which means that at some point, something has to give, whether that’s their sanity, their time with their kids, or their job performance.

While every woman is different in what she wants to do as far as wanting to work full time, stay at home with her kids full time, or anything in between, there are some industries and types of jobs that tend to be best for moms working to balance work and kids.

1. Realtor Jobs (Overview)

2. Recruiter Jobs (Overview)

3. Marketing Consultant Jobs (Overview)

4. Communications Specialist Jobs (Overview)

5. Social Media Manager Jobs (Overview)

6. Web Developer Jobs (Overview)

7. Graphic Designer Jobs (Overview)

8. Nurse Jobs (Overview)

9. Medical Coder Jobs (Overview)

10. Teacher Jobs (Overview)

11. Physical Therapist Jobs (Overview)

12. Dietitian Jobs (Overview)

13. Fitness Trainer Jobs (Overview)

Examples of Some of the Best Jobs for Moms

1. Realtor

   Average Annual Salary: $34,000

   As a realtor, you can manage your schedule. Yes, you’ll need to spend a lot of hours out, and about meeting with clients and showing homes in addition to all the paperwork and research you’ll need to do, but there is no one requiring you to clock into an office for eight hours a day.

   This means you can schedule your day so that you can pick up your kids from school and then either work from home the rest of the day or simply call it quits. Keep in mind that realtors often need to work around their clients’ schedules, though, which may mean some requests for weekend or evening appointments.

   Realtors also have the option to work for a firm or go into business for themselves, opening up doors to larger paychecks and even more flexible schedules.

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2. Recruiter

   Average Annual Salary: $54,000

   A job as a recruiter can look different for everyone. You can work as an independent contractor, as a recruiter for a single company, or as an employee of a staffing agency. Each of these comes with different levels of flexibility, but you can often move from one to the other with relative ease once you have some decent experience and client lists.

   However you decide to do it, being a recruiter is a great job for moms. This is because most of their work is done over the phone and email, making it easy to do remotely or in between errands. If you can have a conversation with a wall and aren’t afraid of negotiation, being a recruiter might be a great gig for you to consider.

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3. Marketing Consultant

   Average Annual Salary: $67,000

   If you have some marketing training and experience, that could be your ticket into a world of job opportunities. Full-time, part-time, remote, and freelance marketing jobs abound, as every company needs help reaching its customers and audiences.

   If you want something more temporary, many need some extra help with projects throughout the year or just want help getting their entrepreneurial efforts off the ground. These types of projects are great if you want to get into contracting and all the flexibility it affords.

   If you want a more permanent position, full- or part-time options abound. Some may still allow you to work from home or to work flexible hours, making them great options for moms.

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4. Communications Specialist

   Average Annual Salary: $53,000

   This job title can span a wide variety of responsibilities, from writing emails and creating PR strategies to crafting social media posts and designing ads. Different companies need different expertise, which means there’s a wide variety of job options in the field of communications.

   Depending on the job, communications specialists can work remotely, part-time, or as independent contractors. Some companies may also allow you to work flexible hours since much of what you do is project-based.

   This can give you the flexibility you want as a working mom. Depending on who you work for, a job in communications can also be a low-stress position for a working mother, especially since you get practice communicating with your kids and their teachers and instructors all the time.

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5. Social Media Manager

   Average Annual Salary: $59,000

   Every company needs some sort of social media presence, so many organizations hire people to manage this for them.

   Some hire permanent employees while others hire contractors, opening up various full-time, part-time, in-person, and remote jobs in this field, allowing you to get the flexibility you need.

   Plus, this is a job that you can learn how to do from experience and a few free online classes, making it a good option if you don’t have a college degree or training in marketing. Many times one of your greatest testaments to your skills is your own social media presence, so that’s an additional excuse to post more pictures of your cute kids.

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6. Web Developer

   Average Annual Salary: $80,000

   Companies all over the world need new websites or website updates, giving web developers job security.

   If you work in this field, you can end up doing everything from coding to design, and you can work for private companies, contract companies, or even your own company. This job pays well and often allows you to work remotely, making it an excellent choice for working mothers.

   Plus, you get to flex your creative muscles, put your technical expertise to work, and use your uncanny mom ability to listen to others’ problems and then create solutions and compromises out of seemingly thin air.

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7. Graphic Designer

   Average Annual Salary: $48,000

   Similar to web developers, graphic designers start their own businesses almost as often as they work directly for companies. They also can work remotely and during odd hours.

   Since most of their work is project-based, they can also work remotely and during odd hours. After all, their clients generally don’t care when they work as long as they get their proofs and finished products on time.

   As a mom, working as a graphic designer can allow you to work from home and set your own schedule. Or, if you want to work for a company full time, it can be a great way to use your creative abilities and problem-solving skills to earn some cash for your family.

   Since so many companies need graphic designers, you can also be a little pickier about the organizations you choose to work for, allowing you to choose jobs that have the benefits you want for your family.

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8. Nurse

   Average Annual Salary: $64,000

   Job opportunities are nearly endless for nurses. If you choose to work in a hospital, it’s important to know that your first few years on the job will likely be an intense learning curve and time commitment. You’ll often need to take on night shifts until you get some experience under your belt as well.

   After that, though, it’s often easier to pick and choose the hours you work, allowing you to work a few hours a week up to full time. If you want a less intense job, you could find employment at a school, a family practitioner’s office, or even your kids’ summer camps.

   These options allow you to pick and choose what type of job you want based on your needs and priorities. Plus, the skills you use as a nurse transfer seamlessly to taking care of your kids and vice versa.

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9. Medical Coder

   Average Annual Salary: $44,000

   Everything a doctor or medical professional does for or gives to a patient is recorded and submitted to insurance and similar agencies. To make this recordkeeping more efficient, every procedure and medication is given a code.

   Because of this, hospitals, insurance agencies, and government agencies hire medical coders to manage those records for both medical facilities and insurance companies. Many of these positions are remote and pay very well, making them a great option for moms.

   Even the jobs that aren’t remote are often more flexible than other medical professions and have more regular hours. Plus, you can usually get certified for this position in just a year or two.

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10. Teacher

    Average Annual Salary: $47,000

    While being a teacher and a mom brings its own set of challenges, it can often alleviate some of the biggest stressors that come with parenthood.

    For example, our kids can likely attend the school you work for tuition-free or at a deep discount, reducing that cost. They may even be able to come hang out in your classroom from when school lets out until you’re ready to go home, removing the need for after-school care as well.

    Plus, you’ll get summer vacation, and several other school breaks off with them. (You’ll probably still have work to do during these times, but it’s generally much more flexible.) In addition, if you decide you don’t want to work full time anymore, you can always become a substitute teacher, tutor, or teacher’s assistant.

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11. Physical Therapist

    Average Annual Salary: $75,000

    Many physical therapists work for themselves, whether that’s as a part of an office or in their own practice, making it an ideal job for moms. Not only do you get paid well, but you also can set up your appointments to allow you to be back by dinner or even by the time your kids are home from school.

    You can also take time off more easily when your kids are homesick, or at the very least only have to get a few hours of care instead of a whole day’s worth.

    While physical therapy is one of the most popular types of therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health therapy can also be flexible, high-paying jobs ideal for working mothers.

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12. Dietitian

    Average Annual Salary: $56,000

    Dieticians and nutritionists can work in various settings, although dieticians are typically certified to treat medical conditions while nutritionists are not. As a result, nutritionists earn a slightly lower average annual salary: $49,752.

    As a dietician or nutritionist, you can work for athletic programs, schools, fitness centers, hospitals or open up your own private practice. Whichever direction you choose, there are plenty of job opportunities for part-time, full-time, remote, and in-person work.

    Because there are so many options, therapy is a field that gives you the chance to adjust your job and workload to accommodate whatever season you’re in with your children.

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13. Fitness Trainer

    Average Annual Salary: $40,000

    Fitness trainers can do everything from teaching group fitness classes to creating specialized workout plans designed to help individuals meet their goals safely and efficiently. Trainers can work in gyms, at schools, or open their own studios and can often choose their own schedules.

    This flexibility makes this field an optimal one for working moms who want the freedom to work when they want to.

    Working in fitness would also provide you with some additional perks such as the time, motivation, and resources to make your personal fitness and self-care a priority, discounted gym memberships, and free and discounted programs for your kids.

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What Types of Jobs Are Best for Moms?

1. Jobs that require communication or problem-solving skills. Let’s not forget that moms come to the table with a very unique and very valuable set of skills that are honed as they raise their children.

   Moms know how to shut down arguments, explain complex concepts so that even a toddler can understand, and figure out how to get everyone to soccer practice, ballet lessons, and play practice while still having time to make dinner, among other things.

   Because of this, jobs that utilize these strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills are often a great fit for moms.

2. Jobs with a wide variety of work settings. Choosing your work environment while still working in your field of expertise can allow you more flexibility and margin to juggle it all.

   Since scheduling is one of the many challenges that come with working and raising children at the same time, being able to work at or near your kids’ school, for example, can simplify your life in many ways.

   Not only does being near your kids all day make it easier for you to be at their performances and games, but working at your kids’ school during your busiest years with them can also help you balance your career with being an active part of their lives.

   Even if you don’t work at a school, having the option to choose a job that gives you less stress, more flexibility, or even just a short commute can make your life a lot easier.

3. Remote jobs. Working from home can greatly simplify your life if and when you need to take care of a sick child, your daycare plans fall apart, or your kids are on school breaks.

   Even if you can’t work remotely every day, simply having the option to do so when you need to can be worth its weight in gold.

4. Freelance/contract jobs. These temporary jobs can take some extra work to find and organize, but they also can give you the flexibility you need if you want to stay home with your kids and still keep working.

   Not only do you get to choose when you work, but you can also choose how much you work by regulating how many jobs you take on at a time. This way, you can adjust your workload as your children grow, and their needs change.

Author

Abby McCain

Abby is a writer who is passionate about the power of story. Whether it’s communicating complicated topics in a clear way or helping readers connect with another person or place from the comfort of their couch. Abby attended Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she earned a degree in writing with concentrations in journalism and business.