Part-Time Work That Is Perfect For Retirees

Retiring can be a welcome relief, but it can be daunting trying to fill so much extra time. That's why some seniors find themselves craving part-time work. Fortunately, there are plenty of jobs that are ideal for older individuals and can add to your income. From career coaching to public services, these are the best jobs for retirees.

Career Coaches Make Use Of Their Expertise

While retiring can be a relief, some experts find themselves missing their career. Instead of returning to a full-time job, it may be worth turning becoming a career coach in the field.

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The median pay for this role is almost $23 an hour, and there's fulfillment in turning past experience into helpful advice for someone just starting out. If you love finding solutions and empowering others, this could be a great way to continue a purposeful career.

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Accountants Can Work Remotely

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Seniors who have a history of accounting may be interested in putting those skills to good use with part-time work. The median pay is a little over $20 an hour, and there's plenty of temporary options, as well.

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Working as a temporary finance professional affords retirees the ability to meet new people without committing to an employer for too long. Plus, accounting can be done remotely, so you can travel and earn extra income at the same time.

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Florists Get To Work With Beautiful Plants

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There's something delightful about being around flowers all day. Florists get to create stunning floral arrangements that make people's day. The rewarding job has a median pay of $13.38 per hour to buff up your income.

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While passion and creativity are important traits for the job, it's also helpful to have some background knowledge of plants. There's also a social element to the job since you'll be working with customers and around coworkers at the shop.

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Adult Educators Don't Always Need A Graduate Degree

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Postsecondary instructors have a median pay of just under $24 an hour and they don't necessarily need a master's degree. A senior who has life experience in a field and a bachelor's degree may enjoy teaching at an adult learning center.

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These centers often offer part-time work and look for those with the expertise to teach fellow adults. If you do have a graduate degree, it may be enjoyable teaching a class or two at a community college or even a university.

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Dog Walkers Enjoy Furry Companions

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Seniors who love animals may enjoy becoming a dog walker. Enjoy the company of furry friends while getting paid an average of $14.82 an hour. Plus, walking dogs gets you out of the house and moving.

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The fresh air and exercise are great for health, and canines can be great company. Another perk is getting to choose your own hours and take on as many clients as you want. Sign up with an online service or put up fliers around town.

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Home Stagers Get To Use Their Interior Design Skills

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Those with a love for interior design that want something a little less personal may enjoy staging homes. Instead of having the pressure of designing where a person lives, stagers elevate the home's interior just enough to sell it.

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There is a ton of autonomy in this job since stagers get creative control, flexible hours, and set their own rates. According to Staging Diva, stagers can make $300-$800 for a 2-hour consultation. Plus, you get to feel good about increasing a home's resale value.

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House Sitting Can Be An Inexpensive Way To Travel

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Retirees who are looking to travel on a budget may enjoy house sitting. It's a simple job that can get you into a new environment without costing an arm and a leg.

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The median hourly pay is about $12, but some opportunities compensate in other ways such as paying for travel. Either way, you get to enjoy the comfort of a home without paying hiked-up hotel prices. Sometimes saving money is just as valuable as earning it.

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Repair People Can Attract A Variety Of Customers

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If you are someone who has spent a lifetime taking things apart and putting them back together, then odds are you'd make an excellent repair person. These individuals attract a variety of customers since just about anything can break.

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Customers would much rather pay a repair person's median pay of $15 an hour than buy a new item. Plus, some items have sentimental value. There's nothing like the look on someone's face when you've fixed something that matters to them.

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Personal Chefs Get To Be Creative With Food

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Those who love cooking may be interested in part-time work as a personal chef. Retirement is a wonderful time to try new recipes and get creative with food. You may as well share your creations with someone else and get paid to do it!

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Personal chefs do need to be savvy when it comes to dietary restrictions, budgets, and individual tastes. So long as you find the right client, this could be a very fulfilling job for both parties.

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Modeling Is For People Of All Ages

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Modeling is a more inclusive industry than ever before, and that means seniors are welcome. Ads, magazines, websites, and more are in need of mature-looking models of a certain age.

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That's why certain agencies specialize in senior models, so be on the lookout for one and apply. Models have a median pay of about $20 an hour, which isn't bad for posing for pictures. If you have a flair for striking a pose, this could be a fun industry to get into.

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Authors Can Easily Self Publish

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There are many writing jobs that retirees could try, but becoming an author is one of the most creative options. Whether you have a degree in creative writing or are just getting into it, writing a book can be a fulfilling form of self-expression.

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It may be worthwhile to join a writing workshop for feedback and motivation. Once the book is complete, you can query agents and small presses, or self-publish through an outlet like Amazon.

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Editors Can Work With Many Kinds Of Companies

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Those who love reading and have a knack for grammar and spelling may enjoy editing. The median hourly pay is a little over $20 an hour and there's plenty of freelance work available.

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There are a wide variety of fields that need an editor to proofread everything from newsletters to brochures to ads. Websites like Indeed, Upwork, and Craigslist are full of opportunities. Make your own schedule and work as much or as little as desired.

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Artists Have Creative Free Rein

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Art is a wonderful way to pass time during retirement, regardless of skill level. Those who have a history in art or simply feel confident in their creations may be interested in selling their works, too.

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Fairs and art festivals are opportunities to sell artwork in person, but there are also plenty of online events all year round. Etsy, eBay, and ArtFire are just a few places to showcase your work and make a buck off of it.

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Public Servants Make Change In Their Community

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The extra time in retirement gives seniors the opportunity to pursue what really matters to them. For some, that means becoming a public servant to have a positive impact on their community.

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Joining a school board or a city council can be very rewarding and give a sense of purpose to those willing to fill such important roles. Even with part-time positions, it's vital that these workers have the headspace to really commit to serving the community.

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Housekeeping Can Be Therapeutic

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Those who love to clean could get some real enjoyment out of housekeeping. There's something therapeutic about tidying up a space. The variety of tasks make the hours fly by and each completed room gives a boost of validation to your work.

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The median hourly pay for housekeeping is $10.81, plus there's just enough physical movement to get some exercise without overdoing it. Those who look for chores to do around the house may as well get paid to help others with theirs.

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Recruiters Use Their Business Intelligence To Help Companies

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If you just retired from a decades-long career in business, then you may be the perfect person to try recruiting. That's because recruiters need to know what makes a candidate the perfect match for a company.

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Years of hiring and managing experience can give you the insights necessary to know what makes a good fit in business. Recruiters have a median hourly pay of about $18 and there's flexibility in setting your own hours and rates.

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Translators Are Valuable In A Variety Of Fields

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Many fields involve communicating across languages, which is what makes a job as a translator so valuable. Seniors who know more than one language may find it effortless to translate from one to the other.

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Plus, it's great practice to stay fluent in both languages for those who don't normally need to use both languages everyday. The median pay for translators is $20 an hour, but the benefit to your own cognitive function is priceless.

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Handypeople Get To Work With Their Hands

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With all of the extra time, retirees find themselves having, they can run out of jobs to do around their own house. Those who completely love handy tasks may want to turn it into a profession.

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Doing so will take a bit of background work as there are certifications, licenses, and insurance necessary to start operating as a contractor. But with the extra time in the day, you can quickly meet the criteria to start getting paid to work with your hands all day.

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Pet Sitters Get To Enjoy Animals Without The Commitment

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Having pets can be very enjoyable, but each new animal comes with a set of long-term responsibilities. That's what makes pet-sitting such a wonderful job! Retirees can enjoy the company of an animal that they won't have to care for permanently.

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Instead of taking on vet bills, make an average of $13 an hour enjoying the company of someone else's pet. Plus, pet-owners tend to socialize with other pet-owners, so you can build up a clientele through word of mouth.

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Delivery Drivers Enjoy Personal Time On The Road

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If there's one position that has more job security than ever before, it's delivery driving. With all of the online purchasing options available, there's a huge need for people who can deliver food and other items.

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This is a great job for retirees who love being on the road and in solitude. Some enjoy the simplicity of driving around orders rather than people. Enjoy a podcast or music while performing a simple task for an average of $14.75 an hour.