The Best Remote Jobs for Stay-at-Home Moms

Here’s a fun fact: Moms make up a significant portion of today’s workforce. In 2024, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that 78.0% of mothers with children between 6 and 17 participated in the labor force — a rate only 14.5% lower than fathers.

It’s time we changed the definition of “working” or “stay-at-home” moms. After all, modern-day inventions have allowed women to not only have the careers they want after kids (in whatever shape or form they prefer), but also build a working lifestyle that’s conducive to having and supporting a family. Side hustles, flexible jobs, remote jobs, freelance gigs, part-time work, entrepreneurship — these are just some of the many options available to career-ambitious mothers.

But what kinds of flexible or online jobs are out there for working mothers? And which work-from-home jobs for moms pay off, literally, as well as in terms of happiness, growth, and fulfillment? 

Whether you’re looking to switch careers to spend more time with your family or reenter the workforce, here are nine of the best jobs for stay-at-home moms (SAHMs) to consider as they browse job sites. 

The best stay-at-home mom jobs

Kick off your job search today with our list of good online jobs for stay-at-home moms — pulled based on their work-from-home access, salary, demand, and flexible or diverse options.

The best part: Many of these stay-at-home jobs require little or no experience!

1. Social media manager

Because social media happens online, social media management and marketing can be done, well, from anywhere you can take a computer. 

And it’s only going to become more prevalent across industries looking to beef up their digital marketing: A 2025 Robert Half report found that a social media specialist placed within the top 10% of most in-demand marketing roles.

Social media managers curate and create content such as pictures, videos, captions, graphics, or sound bites for popular platforms, analyze viewership data, and build partnerships with other brands and influencers. If you’ve built a large following on TikTok or Instagram on your own or have a knack for designing posts that get likes or comments, this could be the perfect job for you, whether you take on a job full-time with a remote company or pick up contract social media gigs on the side.

Glassdoor reports that social media managers make on average $71,000 a year, while Payscale puts the average annual salary at $59,732.

2. Customer service representative

Customer care is a high priority for companies wanting to retain and please buyers. In fact, according to Zendesk, 80% of companies are planning on increasing their investment in customer experience.

This leaves plenty of room for working moms, as a lot of the job can be done remotely and during unique hours, depending on your preferred schedule. Glassdoor and Payscale say remote customer service jobs pay around $47,000 and $45,709 respectively.

3. Virtual assistant

Virtual assistants are administrators or secretaries who work away from the office, often to save companies money and allow for more flexibility. They assist small businesses, executives, or even other contractors with tasks including bookkeeping, scheduling, travel, emails, and social media management.

Many virtual assistants work alone or for themselves as business owners, which helps them truly craft their own work routine and pick and choose their favorite clients.

According to Glassdoor, virtual assistants make a median of $53,000, while Payscale puts the average annual salary slightly lower, at around $50,502.

4. Transcriptionist or translator

Demand for translators is expected to grow in the next 10 years, the BLS reports, adding that a lot of the work can be done part time or on a varied schedule. If you speak another language, this could be a great opportunity to flex that muscle in a written or audio setting.

Transcriptionist is another option for SAHMs who excel at writing, notetaking, and proofreading. This job involves not just jotting down what’s said but also properly interpreting and deciphering language, and is common in the medical field as doctors transcribe notes on patients.

The median wage for translators, the BLS and Payscale say, is around $54,000 a year. Glassdoor puts the average salary at $81,000. For transcriptionists, Glassdoor lists salaries at a median of $53,000 a year.

5. Accounting clerk

Accounting clerks assist accounting teams, be it at a large company or small business, in ensuring financial data is logged and accurate. The job might require bookkeeping or administrative duties, many of which can be conducted remotely. Good news, though: this role is entry level, meaning anyone can break into it with little or no previous expertise. It’s also a stepping stone to a career as a CPA for those who want to pursue the career further.

The BLS and Glassdoor list the average salary of accounting clerks at $49,210 per year and $54,000, respectively.

6. Graphic designer

If you’re a natural artist and know what makes for a great marketing campaign or webpage design, you could take your graphic design career remote for a startup or even launch an independent path as a freelancer.

The reason why this gig works so well from home is that graphic design work doesn’t require a ton of oversight, and when it does, a lot can be communicated and monitored over a video call or project management tool.

Glassdoor reports that remote graphic designers make a median of $60,000 a year. 

7. Recruiter

Recruiting is increasingly going virtual because the jobs these experts hire for are often remote as well. It’s also a job that can be done mostly online and via phone and video, thanks to modern technology.

Recruiters who specialize in popular fields, such as IT, AI, or software development, can garner even higher salaries and job opportunities. (Give TripleTen graduate Rita Sandomirskaya’s story a read for how to do this.) For example, a technical recruiter in the United States can make up to $164,000 a year, according to Glassdoor, while a general recruiter makes up to $151,000. 

8. Software developer or scrum master

Tech companies know the best way to draw in and retain top talent is to offer flexible opportunities, which is why remote software engineering jobs will only become more common in the years to come. The job itself changes little in a work-from-home setting — rather, you’re trusted to ship code and follow sprints from wherever you’re most comfortable and motivated.

You may have doubts that software development is the right mom job, but just take a look at TripleTen graduates Pinwei Wu and Sindhu Sirigireddy, who made it work for their home lives. According to Glassdoor, software developers earn a median of $121,000, and scrum masters earn $125,000.

9. Small business owner

Don’t want to be tied to any one person’s demands or schedule? Consider starting a business.

There are tons of options for making money completely on your own, under your own brand name. You could sell products (clothes, jewelry, artwork, refurbished or dropshipped items, coding courses) or services (coaching, writing, web development, financial assistance) online or as an influencer, open a physical store, or start an LLC. Alternatively, you could become a gig worker for a rideshare company, delivery app, or marketplace platform such as Taskrabbit or Upwork, where you still have the flexibility to choose your own hours and clients.

Why tech is good for remote jobs for stay-at-home moms

Tech is one of the best careers for working moms for a number of reasons. The first is that many tech companies, unlike more traditional corporate settings, are remote or hybrid by design. As a result, they’re a lot more accommodating to parents when it comes to work-life balance.

These organizations are also a lot more progressive, spearheading and promoting crucial benefits for mothers including fertility care and ample parental leave. Not to mention, the field provides a significantly higher salary potential for women (the gender pay gap still exists in tech, don’t get us wrong, but getting more women in the industry can help close that).

Beyond the perks and day-to-day workflow, tech jobs provide unique opportunities to grow, innovate, and collaborate.

Perhaps more importantly, you can be a direct contributor to the products, services, and missions that help us build a happier, healthier, and more sustainable world.

The path to remote tech jobs for moms: bootcamps

There are a lot of ways to find a job in tech, and no one way is right for everyone. Going back to school, taking on an internship, or even teaching yourself how to code are all fantastic methods of building your skill set.

If none of those sound appealing, however, consider a bootcamp. They’re flexible, asynchronous, and employment-focused to help you hone both the hard and soft skills (say goodbye to imposter syndrome!) that will enable you to thrive in your chosen field.

Want to know what a bootcamp looks like day to day? Read about TripleTen students who balanced motherhood and a coding bootcamp or take our short quiz to figure out if the format speaks to you.

FAQ

What are the best work from home jobs for moms with no experience? 

Virtual assistant positions, data entry work, customer service, and transcription gigs don't require much previous job history. Your best bet? Browse freelance platforms like Upwork. On your profile, mention the transferable skills you've developed through parenting: organization, communication, and juggling multiple priorities at once. Take some free online courses to strengthen your resume. Curcially: lots of companies care more about reliability than fancy credentials.

How do I actually balance taking care of the kids and working remotely? 

Squeeze work in during nap times, crack-of-dawn hours, or after the kids crash at night. Be upfront with employers about when you're available. Use screen time strategically by blocking out focused work sessions. Part time jobs for moms are good starting points before you commit fully. Then, create a dedicated workspace and set firm boundaries. Jobs with flexible schedules—freelance writing or virtual tutoring—fit best around parenting demands.

How do I spot work-from-home scams before I waste my time? 

Never send money for supposed "jobs." Look companies up on the Better Business Bureau and Glassdoor before applying. Legit employers won't ask for your bank account details right off the bat. Steer clear of vague job posts promising you'll make crazy money. Stick with trusted job boards like Remote.co or We Work Remotely. Listen to your gut—if something sounds too good to be true, it usually is.

Do I actually need special certifications or training to get started? 

Not necessarily. Plenty of entry-level stay-at-home-mom jobs like customer service only need basic computer know-how. That said, certifications definitely help you earn more and open doors. Check out free resources like Google Digital Garage, Coursera, and HubSpot Academy. Then, look into certifications for social media management, bookkeeping, or project management. Fit learning time into your kids' sleep schedules to invest in career growth without sacrificing family time.

What should I charge for freelance services in the US market? 

Do your homework on Glassdoor and PayScale based on where you live and your skill level. US freelance writers typically pull in anywhere from $25 to over $100 per hour depending on their specialty. Virtual assistants usually charge between $20-$50 hourly. Social media managers command $30-$75. Price yourself competitively at first, then bump rates up once you've got solid testimonials. Remember to account for self-employment taxes and a lack of benefits when you're setting prices.

How do childcare costs stack up against remote income in the US? 

US childcare averages out to roughly $1,200 monthly per kid (although this skyrockets in some states). For some people, this covers preschool programs, mother's-day-out arrangements, or splitting nanny costs with another family.  Remote income can cover this, even if you work part-time. For example, if you’re at the lowest end of the social media price range, you can earn $2400 a month before taxes.