I am a full-time college student and parent, should I get a job on top of all of the other things going on?

Answer 1

Well, you should do what is best for you and your child. Before you start working, I would investigate how your child will be cared for while you are at work; day-care, a family member, or a baby-sitter in the home. Also, try to do something you enjoy, so you don't feel worn out, and make sure you have enough time with your child, and time for yourself. You have a lot on your plate, but you're taking good steps towards being a great person - good luck!

Answer 2

If at all possible, yes.

It's impressive to employers when you work while in school, whatever your life situation. The trick is to get either a job that pays well and needs few hours (hard sometimes) or a job that doesn't pay great necessarily, but lets you have time to study. If you can get work study with your financial aid and pick up a job at the school library, you might well have the opportunity to do homework while on the job or (at very least) you could easily get something that fits in with your busy schedule.

A part-time job that floats in your busy schedule can also give you another "grounding" time that says, "okay...I need to go here now." Schedules keep you from feeling overwhelmed by all you have to do, and one thing the best students often know is being busy means you MUST schedule study/work time and then you'll actually work during that time...because you have no choice.

The best thing about getting an on-campus job (if you can) is that they totally understand if you do need time off for projects or are feeling overwhelmed. You will trade a better salary for more understanding people, but still gain some important skills and contacts for references. They also understand more if you have to resign because you can't keep up and wouldn't hold it against you.

If it's more about the money, you might have to think outside the box for ways to make more money on less time such as publishing your own writing (if possible), making and selling a craft (if you can swing it, a college environment would make for good jewelry sales), babysitting at your home, or even "professional rummaging" (some people actually scour rummage sales and then sell the stuff they find online or at their own rummage sale marked up based on its actual value).

Good luck!

Answer 3

If you have extra time then you might as well be earning money with the time. But if you are already stressed out and your grades and relationship with your child is already suffering then no you don't need a job on top of that. I would try to start out with a part-time job on campus which will fit into the breaks in your class schedule and will allow you more flexibility than a full time job.

Answer 4

That depends on if you need the money. I presume you do need the money otherwise you would not get a job. You have a full load and I feel for you. What a wonderful parent you are! Some times in life we will have a full load, but if you put God first, he will give you the strength.

Let me say a prayer for you:

Lord, Joyce admits that she needs a fresh surege of supernatural power in her life right now. I ask You to release the resurrection power of Jesus Christ that resides in her spirit. Let it flow up into her body and mind so she can be rejuvenated and recharged with enough power to fulfill all the responsibilities and duties that lie before her. I know that in her own strength, she can't do everything that is required of her in the days ahead. But I also know that with Your supernatural power working in her, She will be able to do everything You have asked her to do!

Now Joyce just make this confession every day:

I confess that God's Spirit is quickening my mortal flesh and rejuvenating me with enough strength to fulfill all the duties and responsibilities that lie ahead of me. I am not weak. I am not tired. I am refreshed. I am strengthened. I am filled with power. Because the Holy Spirit dewells in me, there is not a single moment when I don't have everything that I need! I declare this by faith in Jesus' name!

Well, there you go Joyce, there's your answer.

Answer 5

I am a part time college student and I work part time. Its hard and I don't have a child but I just bought a house that needs a little TLC and I am married. If you were to get a job I'd say just part time and I'd take one less class, your child needs your time too. And I'd only get a job if you really needed the money if not then no I wouldn't get a job.

Answer 6

If you need the money to help support you and the child, than get a part time job atleast. If doing fine and can support self and child than don't worry about a job at the present time. Focus on college and get a good education that can lead to a good paying job in the future.

Answer 7

It depends on what your financial situation is. Personally for me that is what I am currently doing. This is how my schedule goes. I take my 5 year old to school, and my 22 month old to day care. I work from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. I come home and make dinner for my kids and I. Then we eat dinner. Then I take my kids to my mothers house. I attend night classes from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and maintain a 3.8 GPA. It is a lot of work, and can be very tiring, but I just remind myself that it is only temporary, and that I will not have to attend classes forever and in the end it will benefit my children greatly. Now I am not saying that it would be that crazy for you but maybe my schedule will give you an idea to see if you are ready to handle something like that. Good luck in whatever you decide.

Answer 8

i think it depends on whether or not you are supporting yourself and your child. How are you living? Where are you living? Is your child in school? Are you married? There are so many factors in this, that it is a rather hard question to answer. Let's just say that you are living at home with parents... your parents tell you they will take care of you and the child while you go to school. Then i say no, you are doing enough. But if you cannot support your child, so to say there is no food on the table, you should definately think about getting a job.

Answer 9

I'm the same way, but more, I have two jobs, college student, a parent, and I'm in the Air force Reserves. I have a Jobs that will work with my schedule. You should do the same. you need to make income.

Answer 10

That depends on why you need the job. If it's for money- then maybe you should think about it. If it's for experience- how will that affect your time with your family?
Does your college offer work study or have a library where maybe you could get a small job that fits your lifestyle?