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posted Mar 18, 2025 5:11:36 PM

How do I list occupation if I'm retired but do occasional Speech Language Pathology jobs?

I have some job expenses, such as continuing my licensure & certification

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Level 15
Mar 18, 2025 5:16:06 PM

The IRS only uses "occupation" for statistical purposes----whatever you enter for occupation has no effect on your tax due or refund.   If you want to call yourself a "retired speech pathologist" you could.

Expert Alumni
Mar 18, 2025 5:17:43 PM

For the occupation question, you can enter retired, language pathologist, or anything you want, really - it does not affect anything on your tax return.

 

If you have self-employment income and expenses to enter, you can do that by preparing a Schedule C.    How do I start a Schedule C?