Here are some ways working parents can more easily juggle their own jobs and kids' school when everyone's home — and ways employers can support working parents.
Good morning. I’m Rachel Schnalzer, the L.A. Times Business section’s audience engagement editor, back with our weekly newsletter. A few weeks into the new school year, kids in Los Angeles and beyond are in the process of adjusting to virtual classes — a situation that leaves many working parents struggling to balance their professional lives with their children’s education needs.Get our free business newsletter for insights and tips for getting by.
An effective way to set larger boundaries with your boss is to come forward with solutions. Say, “Just so you’re completely aware, I have 5-year-old twins at home, which means that the evening hours are difficult for me. As a result, I’m going to be giving my full attention to my family at that time,” or whatever your situation is. Explain how you’re going to work around your family responsibilities, such as by logging in early. If you come with a plan, you don’t tend to get a lot of resistance.
In addition, virtual babysitters can be really helpful, especially if you’re a single parent. Have a trusted friend or family member read to your child or help them with their homework for 45 minutes over FaceTime or Zoom while you get your work done. Every manager should feel comfortable initiating communication with their parent employees. “You can ask open-ended questions,” Wademan Dowling says. “‘How are things going for you throughout this pandemic? What do you wish I knew about what you are dealing with right now?’” These questions open the door to a troubleshooting conversation or potential reconfiguration of work hours, she says..
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