Last Updated on April 4, 2025 by Andrew Shih
Moms have a lot on their plates, especially today. Raising kids, dealing with e-learning, and keeping the house in shape is a lot of work. Sometimes it’s too hard to get a job outside the house, or it doesn’t make financial sense.
But what if you want extra money or to carry your end of the bills? Fortunately, there are many job opportunities for moms at home. The best stay at home jobs for moms are easy to start and have great earning potential.
We’ve outlined some of our favorite stay at home jobs for moms below that allow you to work not only from home but during times that work for you. Sometimes earning money at home means working at the crack of dawn or midnight when everyone is asleep.
Fortunately, there are many opportunities for that today.
#1 Create a Blog
Starting a blog is one of the most financially rewarding and fulfilling jobs for moms. It gives you an outlet for something you love – you can write about anything but can fill up your bank account, too.
Blogging is basically online journaling. You can write about anything you think your audience wants. I recommend that you pick a target audience and niche down. For example, to blog about parenting, pick an age group.
Parenting toddlers or parenting teens are two great niches. You’ll have a specific audience and can target your ads to them. If you are too broad, it will be harder to build a brand, promote relevant products or services to your audience, and lower your earning potential.
There are multiple passive income streams for a blogger and several ways to make money with a blog, which is why it can be rewarding to become a blogger.
However, it will take considerable work upfront to create high value, promote your content, and be patient. You may be able to find success faster if you are able to find a profitable niche with lower competition. This is why choosing a niche is essential. Then, you’ll choose the right products or services to share.
- Average Income: $100 to $10,000+ monthly, depending on traffic and monetization efforts.
- Skills Needed: Writing, SEO knowledge, basic website management, and social media marketing.
- Tools Needed: Blogging platform (like WordPress), design tools (Canva), and SEO plugins.
- Tip: Focusing on a niche, like parenting or budgeting, helps attract a loyal audience and monetization opportunities through affiliate links and sponsored content.
#2 Ghost Writer
If you love to write but don’t want to host your own blog and deal with the responsibilities it entails, be a ghostwriter. You choose your niche (again, niche down) and advertise your services either on social media, LinkedIn, or sites like Fiverr or Upwork.
You can write for small companies, large corporations, and everything in between. You may even write for other mom bloggers who love the advertising and networking part of owning a blog but not the writing.
Ghostwriters ask the client what they want – whether a blog post, website content, or a written article and then write it. You give over the rights to the buyer. Many put their own name as the author, but you may come across a few who will let you publish in your own name, which is great for exposure.
You can write as little or as much as you want, and do it on your own time. As long as you meet their deadlines, no one cares if you write at 8 AM, 5 PM, or 3 AM.
As a ghostwriter, you’ll write content for others under their name, making it ideal for moms who enjoy writing but prefer working behind the scenes.
- Average Income: $1,000 to $5,000 monthly, based on experience and project type.
- Skills Needed: Writing proficiency, adaptability to different voices, and time management.
- Tools Needed: Google Docs or Word for writing, Grammarly for editing.
- Tip: Start by offering services on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr, gradually building a portfolio and client base to increase your rates.
#3 Proofreader
Businesses need more than writers – they need proofreaders too. Many business owners or companies write their own content but want professional proofreading it and tightening it up.
If everyone calls you the ‘grammar police’ and you can’t handle it when someone uses ‘their or there’ wrong, this may be a great gig for you.
As a proofreader, you correct errors and may do a little writing. Some clients may ask you to rewrite their content, while others just want another set of eyes looking over what they wrote. You may have to do some research or in-depth writing for companies who want their entire website revamped, which happens often.
You decide what you’ll do and what to charge. You can work for companies directly, advertising your services online and on social media sites, or you can set up a gig on Fiverr or Upwork and let companies come to you.
Some professional proofreaders, like Caitlyn Pyle, made $40,000+ working part-time in her first year. You may not be as lucky, but the earning potential is there. Like writing or blogging, you get out of it what you put into it and could make $10,000+ per month.
Proofreading involves reviewing content for grammar, punctuation, and readability. It’s ideal for detail-oriented moms who enjoy reading.
- Average Income: $500 to $3,000 monthly, depending on workload and client type.
- Skills Needed: Strong grammar knowledge, attention to detail, and familiarity with style guides (like AP or MLA).
- Tools Needed: Grammarly, Microsoft Word’s Track Changes, or Proofread Anywhere training.
- Tip: Consider specializing in specific fields, like academic or business proofreading, to attract higher-paying clients.
#4 Teach English Online
Were you once a teacher or wanted to be? Do you love to teach kids? You can use your skills in online teaching for children in China trying to learn English. VIPKid is a legit platform parents use to teach English while at home. It’s a great way to use your teaching skills while making a decent living.
As long as you have at least a bachelor’s degree, you can sign up to teach kids on VIPKid. You must pass a test and video interview/mock lesson to be accepted. They’re not hard, but reading tips online on how to succeed may help.
Since you teach children in China, you work mostly when your kids are sleeping, so it’s great for night owls who want to bring in some money without interrupting the kids. VIPKid creates the lessons – you just teach it. Some prep work may be involved, so you may work a little more than just the time spent with students.
If you do not have a bachelor’s degree or are willing to expand teaching beyond kids, there are other platforms for teaching English online.
Online English teaching allows moms with teaching experience to engage in flexible, remote instruction for students overseas, especially in countries like China.
- Average Income: $15-$25 per hour, with bonuses for completing more classes.
- Skills Needed: Bachelor’s degree (for most platforms), teaching experience, and strong communication.
- Tools Needed: Video conferencing software (Zoom), headset, and stable internet.
- Tip: Consider platforms like VIPKid or Qkids, which provide lesson plans so you can focus solely on teaching.
#5 Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant can do just about anything. If you have a desire to help business owners, you can be a virtual assistant. Think about what you can do well – maybe bookkeeping, answering emails, proofreading, writing content, managing schedules, or something else.
Offer your services, and chances are, business owners will hire you. With more businesses going online today, business owners have their hands full and will often hire out to get help with the tasks they can’t do.
The sky is the limit with virtual assistants. You decide what you’ll offer. You can work for companies like 24/7 Virtual Assistants or Fancy Hands or start your own gig on Fiverr or Upwork.
Decide if you can make yourself available during business hours or if you have flexible tasks you can do when you have time, like when the kids are napping.
- Average Income: $15-$30 per hour, depending on services and experience.
- Skills Needed: Strong organization, communication, and proficiency with tools like Google Workspace or project management software (Trello).
- Tools Needed: Reliable internet connection, computer, and time-management apps.
- Tip: Niching down (e.g., social media VA) can help you specialize, attract specific clients, and increase your hourly rate.
#6 Travel Agent
If you love to travel, why not share your passion with others?
Like most gigs, it helps if you niche down. Are you a Disney guru or a Caribbean junkie? Focus on the areas you know well, and you’ll sell more trips. It’s easy to sell something that you love.
You can be a travel agent from home in one of two ways – open your own agency or work for someone else.
In today’s environment, most travel agents work from home, so you can find work with hundreds of agencies around the country. You don’t even have to be local to the company you work for.
Travel agents plan trips, find the best deals, work out the fine details of the itineraries, and be the travelers’ guides to help them have a dream vacation.
The average work-from-home travel agent makes $50,000 a year. How much you make depends on the niche you serve and how much you work. If you work part-time, you’ll make less, but your earnings could be much higher if you work full-time.
- Average Income: $25,000-$50,000 per year, based on commission and sales volume.
- Skills Needed: Knowledge of travel booking systems, customer service, and destination expertise.
- Tools Needed: Computer, reliable internet, and CRM software for managing client details.
- Tip: Specializing in a niche, like family or adventure travel, can attract a loyal client base and differentiate your services.
#7 Graphic Designer
A flexible career for moms with a knack for creativity, graphic design work involves creating logos, advertisements, social media visuals, and web graphics. Many graphic designers work with clients or businesses on a freelance or contract basis, allowing control over their schedules and workload.
- Average Salary: $40,000 annually.
- Skills Needed: Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, or similar design software; strong attention to detail and creativity.
- Tools Needed: Design software, a reliable computer, and high-speed internet.
- Tip: Building a diverse, high-quality portfolio on platforms like Behance or Dribbble can attract more clients and better-paying projects.
#8 Customer Service Representative
Customer service roles are ideal for moms looking for stable, remote jobs with flexible shifts. As a customer service representative, you’ll handle inquiries, assist with orders, and troubleshoot issues over phone, chat, or email. Many companies provide training, making it accessible for beginners.
- Average Salary: $35,000 annually.
- Skills Needed: Strong communication, patience, and active listening.
- Tools Needed: Computer, headset, customer relationship management (CRM) software, and a reliable internet connection.
- Tip: Look for companies offering remote training programs, and consider specializing in industries like tech or healthcare for higher-paying opportunities.
Ready to Start Your Work-from-Home Journey?
Moms can make money doing just about anything they love from home. Finding a stay-at-home job can be incredibly rewarding and flexible, especially when tailored to your skills and lifestyle.
If you can do it online, you can make money doing it. Check out the different gigs on Fiverr, peruse social media, and even read other moms’ blogs to get a feel for what other people do.
Every blog you see is likely monetized (they make money). Is it something you can do, or would you rather do something more hands-on? The sky is the limit to increasing your household income and bringing more income streams into your home.
