If you like the work that you have been doing and have the experience, training, licenses, or certifications needed to continue in this work or similar work, but part-time and from home, this list may help you out or give you some ideas on what positions may be available.
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1. Web designer
This isn’t the easiest field to get into without some previous experience, but the jobs typically do not require a degree. If you’re looking to make a career switch, this is a profession where the job opportunities will grow for years, according to the BLS. Some coding boot camps cater to older adults, and there are also free and affordable online courses available through AARP Skills Builder for Work and other sites. Before beginning your job search you may want to compile a portfolio of websites you’ve built, showcasing your HTML and programming skills along with any measurable results. Average salary: $45.85 per hour
2. SEO expert
Search engine optimization (SEO) is an important tactic for growing a business’s online presence. If you have experience growing digital traffic, particularly through SEO best practices, there are many remote job roles — full-time or part-time — where you can use your knowledge to help clients enhance their web presence and make money online. Average salary: $65,000 annually
3. Website tester
Businesses want to make sure their websites are intuitive and easy to navigate. As such, they’ll assign instructions for people to follow to test the user experience. You can work with websites like Test.io and become a freelance tester for a variety of digital products, including new websites as well as smartphone apps. To qualify, most companies will expect you to have computer skills specific to their industry or a track record of using similar products. Average salary: $65,000 annually
4. Consultant
Using the skills you cultivated during your career can be a wise way to earn money when you’re a senior. If you happen to have years of experience in a field such as business or design, taking on clients as a consultant can be a great way to share your expertise and bring in income. Sites like LinkedIn and Indeed can also help, allowing you to search for job opportunities by location, contract status, and experience level. You’ll need to show that you are qualified to advise on a topic based on a track record of business success. You can also use your professional and personal network to find clients Average pay: $49.72/hour
5. Music instructor
If you’re a talented musician and a patient teacher, you could start offering music lessons in your living room. You could also consider teaching people virtually via video conference or recording lessons and uploading them to a YouTube channel, where others can learn from you. Average salary: $55,000 annually
6. Travel agent or advisor
Although consumers have access to numerous travel sites that make trip planning easier, the process can still be time-consuming. That’s why there are still job opportunities for travel agents to scour the web for the best deals, share advice, or plan itineraries. Moreover, many people have turned to social media to share their travel hacks and earn supplemental income along the way. Average salary: $90,000 annually
7. Virtual recruiter
Businesses large and small often need help building a workforce, but they may not need someone on staff full-time. If you have recruiting and networking experience, you could help businesses scour the web for great job candidates, screen applicants, and become an integral part of the hiring process. Average salary: $65,000 annually
8. Virtual therapist
Are you already a licensed professional counselor (LPC)? If so, online therapy has grown rapidly in the past few years, allowing you to offer services to clients in an exclusively virtual format, online, if you choose. The opportunities to practice therapy online vary depending on your employer and clients’ healthcare, but it’s becoming increasingly accessible. However, if you plan to work with out-of-state clients, be sure to secure appropriate licenses. Average salary: $65,000 annual
9. Telephone triage nurse
If you’re a registered nurse, you could work for health insurers or health management companies like Aetna, Humana, and United Health Care. Even CVS Health offers customer support jobs, hiring nurses to remotely handle case management, treatment authorization, and patient education. Average salary: $88,000 annually
10. Instructor
The global e-learning services market is projected to grow at a 19% compound annual growth rate from 2025 to 2030. Being an online instructor can therefore be a fast-growing job opportunity, too.
Almost anything you’ve mastered can be turned into an online course: baking, strength training, or traveling on the cheap. Whether it’s a hobby or a profession, you might be able to convert it into a profit in an online course that students can purchase. Sites such as Teachable allow would-be teachers to set up an account and create courses that could provide passive income for years. • Average pay: $45.58/hour ( Qualifications: This will depend on what you’re teaching. In some cases, simply your own experience and knowledge are enough. In others, you may need credentials, such as post-graduate degrees or proven success in a particular realm such as gardening or fundraising).
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