In the job market today it’s difficult to find a full-time job because millions of people who have been laid off are in search of one. So in the meantime, as you wait to hear back for an in-person interview, or even if you’re thinking about making a career change, how about looking for a part-time job that pays just as well as a traditional job?
Shine, a new website for women created by the team at Yahoo!, recently created a list of the 7 best part jobs for anyone in search of a new career. They are:
1. Tax Preparer – Make a quick $80 by helping someone prepare their taxes.
2. Substitute Teacher- Make as much as $150 per day by substituting for classes.
3. Private Tutor - You can set your own fees, ranging from $20-$80, and tutor for the SAT’s or other college exams.
4. Part-Time Receptionist – You can make up to $20,000 a year just by answering phones and receiving packages.
5. Computer Technician - If you’re good with computers you can set your own hourly fee of up to $30 or more.
6. Copy Editor - If you’re good at proofreading then you can charge up to $100 per document that you edit.
7. Direct Seller - Selling products like Avon on your own can give you as much as a few extra hundred dollars a month to a six-figure salary!
Even though the economy is not at its peak, you can still make looking for a part time job fun and exciting. You’ll be able to earn a few extra bucks and learn about different careers in your search for the perfect job.
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