10 Real Ways Teachers Can Make Extra Money In The Summer (2024)

Are you a teacher looking for a legit full-time job to work at during the summer that pays well?

Below are 10 jobs that can:

• increase your skills
• allow you to travel the world
• potentially start an entirely different career

#1 Sell printables

Selling printables on Etsy is one of best side hustles out there because of how easy it is to get started.

People are earning between $100-$1000+ a month selling printables online (see their success stories here).

Benefits of selling printables:

• Don’t need previous experience
• Can turn into passive income
• Work from home + work as little or as many hours as you want

In thisfree training you’ll learn:

• Ideas for printables to make
• What you need to start an Etsy shop
• How to make sure you get sales on Etsy

As you can see below, making printables is a profitable side hustle! Julie earned over $20,000 in her spare time.

#3 Pinterest Virtual Assistant

A Pinterest Virtual Assistant is someone who manages a business’s profile on Pinterest.

Pinterest VA’s are in charge of tasks like creating new pins, scheduling pins, creating descriptions for pins, etc.

Benefits of being a Pinterest VA:

• Work from anywhere
• Set your own schedule
• Can make $500-$5,000+ a month
• Ability to quit your day job and do this full-time

Check out this free training here on how to become a Pinterest Virtual Assistant.

In the free training, you’ll learn:

• How to get started as a Pinterest VA right away
• Steps to take to start this business
• How to create a business plan based on how much you want to make

P.S. Here’s an example of one student who is now a full-time Pinterest VA.

#4 Start a niche blog

I created this blog andmade over $80,000 in my senior year of college (that’s me in my first major feature by Forbes!).

If you’re wondering how I make money on this blog, it comes from:

• Affiliate marketing (someone clicks on my affiliate link and I get a commission)
• Sponsored posts
• Advertising
• Selling my own products (like my online course)

If you want to start a website but have questions like:

• What should my blog be about?
• How do I know what to write about?
• How soon can I start making money?

Take a free training on building a new PROFITABLE blog.

This free training teaches you how to create an income-producing website. You also learn the key mistakes to avoid if you’re a beginner.

#5 Make dog treats at home

You can earn $1,000-$5,000 a month with a dog treat business.

This fun and flexible side hustle can not only replace your day job, but bring you tons of joy by getting to bake and work with dogs on a regular basis.

My friend Kristin runs a successful dog treat business from home. She even teaches others how to replicate her success.

Check out this free training and learn:

• Most popular dog treats to sell
• Where to sell dog treats
• How much to charge
• What you need to start a dog treat business

Below are a few examples of people making money in the dog treat business!

#6 Freelance writing

Do you want to make money writing?

Freelance writing is a great option for fully remote work where you can work as little or as much as you want.

I’ve been a freelance writer for over 10 years now! I started back in college earning around $250/article. I’m still freelance writing now because I love it and find it to be a great way to earn extra money.

Learn how to make up to $5,000/month as a freelance writer here.

#7 Proofreader

Proofreaders work online and have the ability to work from anywhere in the world.

The average hourly rate is between $14-$31 an hour depending on your experience, which clients you’re working for, and the type of project.

To become a proofreader it’s important that you:

• Own a computer
• Reliable internet access

This job is done on your own schedule because you need to have the work done BY a certain time, not at a certain time.

In this free training you’ll learn:

• 5 signs proofreading is right for you
• How to attract proofreading clients

#8 Tax Preparer

Did you know you can get trained online to become a Tax Preparer?

This in-demand job is done from home and on your own schedule.

A Tax Preparer prepares, files, and assists in general tax forms.

To get started in this field, take a high-quality tax preparation course. Do your research to find the best one for you.

If you still have questions about becoming a Tax Preparer, take this free training.

In the free training you learn:

• How much money you can make
• What a typical work day looks like
• Tools and tech needed (it’ll all fit in a backpack)
• What kind of clients are highest paying

#9 Flipping items

Did you know you can make money by buying and reselling things like furniture, games, art, tools, and more?

Learn how to create a recession-proof side hustle here in this free workshop.

This free workshop teaches you:

• How to know if this side hustle is right for you
• 3 super helpful tips that will help you make the most money

Below are some examples of things you can flip for extra cash!

#10 Find a remote job on FlexJobs search engine

If you want a remote part-time or full-time job, FlexJobs is an online job marketplace similar to Indeed, only better.

Every listing on FlexJobs has been curated and checked to make sure it’s a REAL job, not a scam or junk.

What if you don’t find a job on FlexJobs? You can ask for a full refund, no questions asked.

I personally tested FlexJobs, bought a 1-week membership to test out the site, and even asked for a refund (and got it back).

Final note

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Are you a teacher? What do you do in the summer (if you’re off)?