How Can my Student Attend Online School When I Have to go to Work?
As a parent, juggling work and your child's education can be an intimidating task. How can you ensure your child is receiving a quality education while you're at work? How can you best assist them while having your own busy schedule? Don't worry, we've got you covered. In this blog, we'll share some tips and strategies to help you balance work and your child's online schooling successfully.
Create a Schedule
One of the key advantages of online learning is flexibility. Use this to your advantage by creating a schedule that works for both you and your child. Plan out specific times for schoolwork, breaks, and activities that align with your own work schedule. This will help your child stay on track with their studies while allowing you to manage your work responsibilities. Take some time each evening to review your child’s daily progress.
Utilize Online Resources
Enlightium Academy is a fully online private school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International. Enlightium offers live sessions, teacher support, and virtual school activities. If your child is in elementary school and must be supervised at home per your state’s requirements, consider these options: If one parent can’t stay home to homeschool, working parents might ask their employers about remote work options to take turns supervising with a spouse.
Communicate with Teachers
Keep an open line of communication with your child's teachers at Enlightium Academy. Let them know about your work schedule and any challenges you may face in helping your child with their homeschooling. At Enlightium Academy, we offer an online program for grades 3–12, making homeschooling easier and reducing the need for constant parental supervision. This option suggests ways for you to support your child's learning outside of traditional school hours.
Involve Family Members or Friends
If possible, reach out to family members or friends who may be able to assist with supervising your child's online schooling while you're at work. This could be a grandparent, an aunt and uncle, or a trusted friend who can monitor and support your child during their school hours.
Take Advantage of Breaks
If you have breaks throughout the day, use them wisely by checking in on your child's progress and asking them about their courses. This will not only show your student that you're invested in his or her education but also allow you to stay involved despite being at work.
Set Realistic Expectations
It's important to set realistic expectations for both yourself and your child when it comes to online learning while juggling work responsibilities. Understand that there may be some days when things don't go as planned and that's okay. Be patient and flexible as everyone adjusts to this new way of learning.
Although balancing work and your child's online schooling may seem daunting at first, with the right strategies in place and the support of Enlightium Academy, it can be successfully managed.
Enlightium Academy is a private Christian online school that serves homeschooling families by offering a Bible-based, flexible, accredited, teacher-supported, and affordable education from the comfort of your home. For any other questions about Enlightium, please call (509) 319-2288, or visit EnlightiumSchool.com.