Say Hello to the New Maid
If your student (or you) can’t land a summer job for one reason or another, don’t hesitate to make her the family’s personal assistant, maid, groundskeeper, and discount shopper for the summer. These are all roles that can cost a family big bucks, a lot of time, and a good amount of their sanity.
A parent with a student who is home for the summer shouldn’t hesitate to mandate that the student absorb these roles, with the savings being put toward college expenses. Here are just a few ideas of how your student can contribute:
• Lawn care—Saves $50 to $100 per month minimum
• Maid service—Saves $100 to $200 per month
• Daycare/childcare—Saves $200+ per month, per child
• Car washes—Saves $20 to $40 per month, per car
• Grocery shopping with coupons—Saves $100 to $200 per month
In addition, by having a student run errands, act as the family taxi driver for younger siblings, and perform household duties or chores, Mom or Dad will be freed up to temporarily focus more time on their jobs. This naturally can result in higher productivity, a greater ability to earn overtime and expand their business, and so on.
The Least You Need to Know
• A part-time job during the semester can put thousands in your pocket and create a healthy routine for a student.
• Work-study programs are a special type of financial aid that helps students pay for college costs by giving them an on-campus employment option.
• Off-campus, non-work-study jobs can provide a substantially higher hourly rate and valuable benefits compared to work-study programs.
• Plan ahead to make the most of summer employment, being sure to send resumés no later than March or April.
• Students who cannot find summer employment should pitch in their time and energy around the house to lighten their parents’ financial load.
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