I need to go back to work because my family really needs the extra income. However, I have 4-year gap in my employment. It seems as though employers view this as the equivalent to having the plague. Because my children are ages 11, 7, and 5, I am looking for something flexible. I am not looking to be a CEO. I have six years of college and am 3 tri-mesters short of my bachelors. I have plenty of work place experience, but employers seem to overlook all of this. Any suggestions for overcoming the resume gap or any suggestions for good employers?
2007-12-28 05:06:21 · 6 answers · asked by blackdagger♥381 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
By the way I am in Columbus, OH - if you have any employment suggestions. Thanks!
2007-12-28 05:14:51 · update #1
Ok to answer "how do [ I ] have six years of college and no BA?" It wasn't six years of full time schooling. I went two years full-time at one college and then had to take time off and then I went 4 years part-time (at night) at another college - obviously if I went six years full time I would have my degree!
2007-12-29 12:11:32 · update #2
You could try a job with the school district, if anyone is sympathetic to parent, it should be schools.
Also check into any employment agencies who may be able to help you find something in your field of interest.
Good luck
2007-12-28 05:21:42 · answer #1 · answered by Sparxfly 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How do you have 6 years of college but no BA? Most employers want at least a BA. It does not matter if you are close to one, they won't want you. I suggest starting out small. Maybe working at target or walmart. Telemarketing or retail. Once you have worked there for a year or two (and hopefully have your BA) you can apply at other places. Good luck:)
2007-12-28 18:26:28 · answer #2 · answered by ash 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried Nationwide? they are an extremely family friendly company. I know the now retired CEO and his family. He would tell people to hire anyone with a good work ethic and ability regardless of experience.
2007-12-28 15:26:06 · answer #3 · answered by gumby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a lot of computer data entry jobs out there that allow you to work from home.
Check out your local county or state job service office. They should have details.
2007-12-28 13:12:56 · answer #4 · answered by Kerry 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know what to tell you. I have some contacts who I suspect are stay at home moms- so I starred your question for them to see.
2007-12-28 13:10:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
maybe you need to start out at an staffing agency.
2007-12-28 13:34:58 · answer #6 · answered by cfalways 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋