SAHM Seeking Part-time Work

Updated on April 27, 2009
N.S. asks from Spring, TX
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I have been staying home for almost a year now and I have a bachelors degree in child development and also a degree in ultrasound. I have two children that I am not ready to leave with someone or take to day care. I would like to find work that I can take my children with me or work from home 1-2 days a week. I do not want to sell or put together any parties. I have tried posting ads for childcare in my home but everyone seems to want full-time or they do not want to pay more than $25-30 a day for child care. I would like to do ultrasound again but only 1 day a week. We just moved here last year so I do not know many people or have any connections. I really do need to find some type of employment due to the rising prices of everything. Thanks for your help. We live in Lake In The Hills.

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M.O.

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Have you considered working at a day care or facility like a YMCA that offers child care? Several of our friends have left their "job" to spend more time with their kids.

A day care center (Bright Horizons, Kindercare, etc.) could offer a part/full time job with benefits. Your kids could go there for a discounted rate and have other kids to play with while you work.

A child care in a YMCA/health club doesn't always allow food or diapers to be changed there since the DCFS requirements are different since the kids are expected to only be there a short time. Your kids could be there too. And I know at our Y, your kids can also get a discount on other programs like their preschool, day camps, swim lessons, etc. Whether you work in the child care area or in another area (I work in aquatics) your kids aren't far away and have the benefit of playing with others while you are working. (I get free child care while I am working, no minimum age.)

One other option would be to look into a PDO program - this is a Parent's Day Out preschool program offered at local churches. They have certified pre-school teachers and assistants and only run a few days a week, usually only mornings, and your kids (depending on their ages) may be able to go to school there while you work. Although I think minimum age is 18mos. (My kids have LOVED their PDO teachers. Several work at more than one program once their kids are grown to get "full-time" hours.)

I hope this helps!

Best of luck.

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D.L.

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Oh my gosh, N.. You sound so much like me 7 years ago!!! I was a former teacher with a 3 year old and 10 month old at home. I needed extra income and did a lot of searching! in March of 2001 I started with Usborne Books...the books kids love to read...as I loved the books and wanted them for my family. I fell in love with the company and 7 years later am still loving what I do. You are obviously passionate about kids and education, and Usborne Books may be the perfect fir for your family, too.

If you want more info contact me at ____@____.com or visit my website at www.UsborneBooksInfo.com

Best wishes in that perfect fir for your family!
D.

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A.L.

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Hi N.,
I am always looking for people to work as a substitute here at my daycare, and you would be able to bring your children along with you. Your first child can attend for free, the second would be a $10 a day charge. This amount just comes out of your paycheck so you don't have to pay me directly. I may also be looking for a permanent Friday assistant come September.
Also, in January, I will be looking for a temporary teacher to work FT from the end of January through mid March. Again, your children can attend with you during this time.
Please contact me for more information at ____@____.com.

Thanks,
Amy

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C.S.

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N.,

I just started my own at home business. I am an idependent sales consultant for the Pampered Chef. It is a great opportunity to make some money and still have time to raise a family. If you'd like more information let me know and I can send it to you.

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S.A.

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I have an excellent and legitimate opportunity for you. You can check it out at http://shahinaali.webs.com and get back to me with any questions. No selling, no inventory and unlimited income potential.

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