If you’re a teacher, you’re not just shaping young minds—you’re shaping lives. You believe in the power of children, and you’re passionate about helping them grow into confident, capable, and kind human beings.
But even the most dedicated educators can feel stretched thin. Between the long hours, constant demands, and ever-changing expectations, it’s easy to lose touch with the deeper connection and creativity that brought you to teaching in the first place.
That’s why more and more teachers are exploring side hustles—not just to earn extra income, but to reignite their purpose.
And what if your side hustle could allow you to continue working with kids in a way that’s joyful, flexible, and deeply meaningful?
In this blog, we’re sharing some of the best side hustles for teachers—with one heart-centered, transformational path leading the way: life coaching for kids.
1. Become a Certified Life Coach for Kids
At the top of the list of side hustles for teachers is becoming a life coach for children—and for good reason.
Life coaching for kids focuses on mindset development, helping children build self-esteem, confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence. And the best part? As a coach, you’re working with kids in a whole new way—no grades, no testing—just deep, meaningful connection and growth.
Imagine helping a shy child find their voice… Or guiding a tween to shift their self-talk and believe in themselves again.
Through programs like my WISDOM Coach® Certification, teachers get everything they need to start a child life coaching business—complete with ready-to-use stories, activities, and conversation guides.
Perfect for teachers who want to:
- Stay connected to kids
- Create deeper emotional impact
- Work one-on-one or in small groups (in person or online)
- Start a meaningful business on the side
2. Lead Children’s Mindset Workshops
Love being in front of a group? Another great side hustle is leading workshops or empowerment groups for kids—either in person or online.
Using the WISDOM Coaching Curriculum from Adventures in Wisdom®, many teachers-turned-coaches run workshops on topics like:
- Confidence-building
- Goal setting
- Handling peer pressure
- Positive self-talk
You can host weekend workshops, after-school clubs, or holiday camps—fun, purposeful events where kids walk away with mindset skills that last a lifetime.
Pro Tip: Combine your coaching skills with your classroom know-how to create engaging, interactive experiences that parents will line up for.
3. Run Empowerment-Themed Summer Camps or Clubs
One of the most rewarding side hustles for teachers is running empowerment-themed summer camps or clubs for kids.
These short-term programs give you the chance to help kids:
- Build confidence
- Learn leadership skills
- Practice positive self-talk
- Discover their “inner awesome”
With a coaching curriculum like Adventures in Wisdom, you have a full suite of stories and activities ready to go—so your camp or club practically runs itself. Whether it’s a one-week camp, a weekend event, or an after-school series, you get to create a powerful experience kids will never forget.
Many WISDOM Coaches turn these seasonal offerings into steady income throughout the year.
Pro tip: Camps are also a great way to help build a one-on-one coaching practice too.
4. Offer Online 1-on-1 or Small Group Coaching Sessions
If flexibility is high on your wishlist, offering online coaching sessions might be your ideal side hustle.
Teachers who are trained as life coaches can offer coaching sessions via Zoom with kids across the country—or even the world. You can work:
- One-on-one with individual kids
- In small groups around a theme (e.g. “Confidence Club” or “Goal-Getter Group”)
- With siblings or peer pods for a more social experience
This format is especially popular with busy families looking for personal development support in the comfort of their own homes. As a teacher, you already know how to create connections online—coaching just takes it to the next level.
Bonus!: This can easily become a steady stream of recurring income with just a few clients per week.
Why Life Coaching is the Ultimate Side Hustle for Teachers
Teachers already have so many of the skills needed to become a powerful life coach—listening, guiding, teaching, and encouraging. What life coaching adds is a toolkit for helping children:
- Understand their thoughts and emotions
- Navigate challenges without getting down on themselves
- Proactively build their confidence and self-esteem
- Develop the self-leadership skills needed to thrive
Coaching allows teachers to make a meaningful impact outside the classroom—and often with more flexibility, less stress, and more joy.
Start Your Coaching Side Hustle Today
If you’re a teacher searching for a side hustle that:
- Honors your passion for helping kids
- Fits your lifestyle and schedule
- Allows you to grow professionally (and personally!)
- Helps you supplement your income
…then life coaching for kids might be your next adventure.
👉 Get started with a FREE coaching story and see what it’s all about:
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Because the world needs more empowered kids—and more teachers like you leading the way.
Get Certified as a WISDOM Coach Yourself
If you’re passionate about helping kids this way, then get certified to use this story-based curriculum and use it in the way that works best for you.
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