Hey gang! Summer is almost here, and if you are an educator, you already know what that means—two months of “rest” that somehow end up jam-packed with side gigs, house projects, and maybe some lesson planning you swore you would not do.

Now listen, just because you love teaching does not mean you want to spend your summer stuck in the same routine. Let me help you out. I have rounded up the best summertime jobs that allow you to stay in the education lane while switching gears, earning a little extra, and having fun.

Summer School Teacher

I know. You just rolled your eyes. But hear me out. Teaching summer school gives structure to your day, a lighter student load, and often, shorter hours. You already know the kids and the content. You just need to show up, teach, and cash that check. Boom!

Camp Counselor (a.k.a. Professional Energy Manager)

Whether it is a STEM camp, arts camp, or nature-based program, you can find camps that love to hire educators. You already know how to wrangle groups of energetic kids, and now you can do it in shorts and sneakers. Plus, you might get free lunch.

Adjunct Professor

If you love your content area, try higher ed! Community colleges and universities often need adjunct instructors for summer entry-level or continuing education classes. You know what you are talking about! Share that knowledge, collect that paycheck, and teach with fewer behavior plans.

Nanny (With a Syllabus)

Yes, it counts. Families love hiring teachers to nanny their children. You get to set routines, plan fun activities, and sneak in a little learning while staying off the clock before 5 p.m. You already do this job, now just do it poolside or across the globe!

Educational Travel Guide

Love to travel? Lead student or adult trips with education travel companies. These roles blend your educator superpowers with adventure. You explain history, guide tours, and eat gelato in Rome… all while getting paid. That is not a job, it is an experience and self-care.

Museum, Zoo, or Science Center Instructor

These institutions need educators for summer programs and camps. You teach workshops, lead experiments, and walk past penguins on your lunch break. It is still education, just with more fresh air and animal facts.

College Prep Consultant

Do you love helping students plan their future? Offer coaching for college essays, SAT/ACT prep, or application strategies. Families seek guidance, and educators like you bring clarity to a stressful process. You help kids launch their next chapter—and you earn in the process.

Landscaper (Yes, Seriously)

Need fresh air and quiet? Mowing lawns and pulling weeds can bring peace after nine months of classroom noise. Plus, there is something incredibly satisfying about seeing your progress, one trimmed hedge at a time.

Language Tutor

If you teach a world language, offer summer tutoring. Many parents want their children to improve their language skills over the break. And let’s be honest—you would rather conjugate verbs over Zoom than listen to another TikTok trend on loop.

Content Writer or Editor

Got a knack for words? Education blogs, curriculum companies, and publishers often look for educators to write or edit content. Write lesson plans, how-to articles, or classroom resources from your couch, in pajamas, with coffee. Enough said.

Professional Development Speaker, Trainer, or Consultant

Now we are talking my language! This is where the magic happens. If you feel like you have knowledge worth sharing, and you do, you can train others. Lead workshops, present at conferences, or create online courses. The best part? You control your time, your topics, and your style.

If you are nodding right now and thinking, “I want to do that,” then let me invite you to join Within Our Ranks.

Turn Your Summer Side Hustle Into a Calling

Within Our Ranks is a program for educators who want to become speakers, trainers, or consultants. This summer, two retreats are lined up just for you, designed to foster a sense of community, support, and growth.

✈️ Denver: Mile High Pop-Up Retreat ​​

June 10-12, 2025

This immersive retreat is designed for educators ready to get serious about their speaking journey. We meet, train, grow, and build your brand and message together.

🏙️ Philadelphia: Three-Day Signature Retreat

June 26-28, 2025

Join us in Philly for a powerful three-day experience that includes personal coaching, stage time, strategy sessions, and community support. If you want to jumpstart your speaking path, this is it.

You Do Not Have to Leave Education to Level Up

I want you to know this: You can stay in the field you love and still grow, expand, and build something new. Every one of these summer jobs lets you keep your foot in education while discovering new passions and income streams.

If you are curious about becoming a speaker, let’s talk. Visit WithinOurRanks.com, where you can learn more about the program and register for one of our community events or schedule a discovery call with Meg to discuss your goals and how the program can help you achieve them. 

So go ahead and try something new this summer. Lead a camp, teach a class, or plant some shrubs. Just do not sit still. Use this season to recharge, refocus, and reinvent a part of yourself through Within Our Ranks.

You have options. You have talent. You’re the next big voice in education.

Your Next Summer Read 

This summer, educators need more than rest—they need refueling. Just Do This... An Educator’s Guide to Climate and Culture delivers exactly that. With its straightforward strategies and real-talk tone, this book is the ultimate companion for educators who want to reset and recharge while prioritizing their own well-being and personal development. Whether you sit by the ocean, relax at the pool, or sip coffee during a quiet staycation, my insights offer the clarity and inspiration you need to bring purpose and energy back to your school community. This is not theory—it is action.

No jargon. No fluff. Just simple, doable ideas that make a real difference. From building stronger relationships with staff to shifting your school’s climate and culture, Just Do This... equips you with immediate steps to improve your culture starting now. My favorite principle, “Reduce, not eliminate,” helps you rethink challenges without burning out. Summer 2025 is the perfect time to read a book that supports the educator in you and prepares you to lead with passion. Grab a towel, drink, and this book. You will not want to start your next school year without it.

The book covers essential topics such as:

• Building strong relationships with students and staff.
• Recognizing achievements to foster a sense of belonging.
• Creating a culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and purpose.
• Transforming compliance-based environments into thriving cultures of commitment.

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