I'm a high school junior looking for a seasonal job, but I need to avoid working on weekends due to extracurricular commitments. Does anyone have advice on how to find such gigs or specific industries to target?
Sure! It's great that you're taking the initiative to work during the school year while managing your commitments. Here are few tips:
1. Tutor/Teaching Assist: You can check if there are opportunities to tutor younger students after school hours. This can be in subjects you excel at or standardized tests if you've done well in any. Other teaching assistant roles could include helping with after-school activities or sports.
2. Your School: Schools often hire students for small jobs, such as library assistant, tech support, or office admin work. These usually adhere to school hours, making it easy for you to avoid weekend work.
3. Freelance Work: With the increase of online gig work, there are many opportunities for high school students. Freelance writing, graphic design, social media managing, or coding are fields where you could work flexible hours.
4. Local Businesses: Local businesses, such as retail stores or restaurants, often have demand for weekday workers. You could look for opportunities to work a few hours after school.
When job hunting, make sure you're upfront about your availability. Most employers appreciate this information early and will take your extracurricular commitments into account. Remember to balance your time wisely and not overwork yourself - school and your well-being are also important! Good luck in your search.
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