As we enter our senior years one of the best things to look forward to is retirement. Ah, at last, time to relax without working. That might be true for some people but others find retirement unstimulating and some can’t financially afford to fully retire yet. It’s important to know that is okay.
Thankfully, there are a variety of great part-time jobs that are perfect for seniors. A part-time job may be the exact thing you need to keep you socially active, stimulated, and enjoying life. Plus you’ll get to earn an income while doing it! Let’s take a look at some great options for you.
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Tutor
Estimated pay: $18 per hour
If you’re a retired teacher or if you’re experienced in a particular area use your skills to tutor! You’ll have the opportunity to tutor children of all ages from elementary to high school. This rewarding job allows you to help children who are having difficulty in a particular subject which will help improve their grades and prepare for difficult tests.
The hours for this job generally take place after school hours but you’ll get to pick how much work you’d like to take on. Furthermore, this is a flexible job where you can meet your students in a tutoring center, in a public place like a library, or even virtually over the internet. Keep in mind, even though the estimated payment is about $17 per hour, some subjects may pay more.