She worked and was paid to support her sons. That's not to say the choice not to work is wrong. But let's understand and acknowledge that June Cleaver wasn't even June Cleaver and judge ourselves and others accordingly.

What did Ward Cleaver do for work?

He works for a "big company" with main offices in New York City. He drives to work in his Plymouth unless June needs the car during the day for an errand. He is home on weekends for golfing at a local country club. Occasionally, Ward is required to do some office work at home.

What did June Cleaver do all day?

When she wasn't baking or fixing a wholesome meat loaf dinner, June did housework to keep the Cleaver home sparkling for her hard-working husband Ward (Hugh Beaumont).