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We've found that employers are increasingly tolerant of gap years ... we've worked with many mothers who are returning to the workforce

How does this play out for stay at home dads in your opinion? I left my job in acedemia in 2009 when all the departments across the country closed their hiring positions, and I chose instead to became a stay at home dad.

I don't need to work, but I really want to. How do I account for those lost years on a CV or resume - especially if I want to change careers?

There's just no good way to present yourself on an online application when you have large gaps in employment. I did pick up some part time adjunct work (and that's only because I knew people), but every company and every university I've applied to relies on online application forms where there is no place to explain the details of your situation.

As for part time work, I assume it could only hurt my long-term situation to get a low wage part time job.

The future doesn't look too bright. The market doesn't have the same leniency for men as it does for women in this respect. I know many women who just picked back up where they left off after childcare.