5 Professions That Have Started Hiring Again

AARP reports that as access to COVID-19 vaccinations increases, and many businesses slowly return to pre-pandemic operations, job opportunities for older adults who want to work could grow. A report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for March cites industries that are showing signs of expansion, including school-related jobs. BLS said last month locally funded schools hired 76,000 people, state-funded educational institutions like colleges hired 50,000, and private schools hired 64,000. The National Center for Education Statistics said about 29 percent of teachers are 50 or older, while other education-related fields, like school bus drivers, are popular part-time jobs for senior workers. Restaurant work and bartending also appear to be making a comeback, in addition to work at cinemas and sports arenas. Such jobs are popular among older workers because they offer flexible hours and social interaction. Also showing growth in March were jobs in construction, administrative and support services, and management and technical consulting services.