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Meet Our Virtual Assistants
“Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher.”
— Japanese Proverb
We founded Red Pen Virtual Assistants with a focus on utilizing teachers as our virtual assistants because we believe professional teachers have all of the necessary tools and skills to set your business up for success.
Our team of virtual assistants represents more than a century of experience and skills that transition perfectly to help you focus on your business instead of your to-do list.
Take a moment to check out some of our virtual assistants who are ready to make your day better and your to-do list a lot lighter.
Meet the
Red Pen Virtual Assistants
Leigh
Virtual Assistant
Hello, I’m Leigh, a former English/Language Arts teacher with 25 years experience in education. I currently own a small business that operates out of my home on weekends. I enjoy photography, reading, hiking, and love to travel.
I am very organized, attentive to details, and have experience with QuickBooks, CRMs and I manage a couple of websites for local non-profits.
Leigh’s key skills include customer service, financial software, social media and website management.
Amanda
Virtual Assistant
My name is Amanda, and I am ready to support you. As an educator in upper elementary for 25 years, I am well-versed in juggling multiple responsibilities and managing time wisely. I have found a passion in collaborating and educating other educators by creating presentations and teaching at conferences and faculty meetings. My love for teaching reading and writing, has extended into my personal life by authoring a Bookstagram account. I am active in my community serving as HOA board president and Social Committee representative.
Amanda’s key skills are writing, social media management and CRM software.
Savannah
Virtual Assistant
Savannah has worn many hats, from working in education to navigating the world of commercial real estate. She graduated summa cum laude from Portland State University with a triple major in science, liberal studies, and arts and letters, because why stop at just one degree? She currently homeschools her son and serves on the board of the Everwild Homeschool Cooperative, in addition to serving as your virtual assistant.
Heather
Virtual Assistant
Hello, my name is Heather and for the last 20 years, I have been a high school special education teacher. With my undergraduate degree in English, I am skilled at writing and editing professional reports, creating digital materials, and finding innovative solutions. I am extremely organized and detail-oriented, adept at handling multiple projects at once, and possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Samantha
Virtual Assistant
Hello, I'm Samantha, and I'm a stay-at-home wife and homeschooling mama to my four boys age 6 and under. I have a bachelor degree in journalism with a minor in English because I have always loved writing and working with words. Instead of going into journalism as a profession, I worked for a bank in several different roles, including that of process improvement specialist. Since then I have been in direct sales and business coaching. I have experience with record-keeping, writing procedures and teaching material, and customer relations. Attention to detail, efficiency, and organization are important to me.
Samantha's skills include writing, editing and proofreading, customer service, social media, graphic design, and administrative tasks.
Mary Katherine
Virtual Assistant
"Hi! My name is Mary Katherine Smith, and I have a background in education with a master's degree in teacher leadership from East Carolina University. I spent several years teaching before expanding my skills in recruiting and digital marketing. Now, I work part-time in education while also enjoying life as a new mom in North Carolina.
I thrive on organization, efficiency, and attention to detail. Whether it’s managing schedules, handling data entry, assisting with content creation, or providing general administrative support, I love helping others stay on top of their tasks. With experience in platforms like Google Suite, Slack, Zoho CRM, and Canva, I’m ready to jump in and help streamline your workflow.
Kim
Virtual Assistant
Kim is a versatile and highly motivated virtual assistant with a rich background as an educator and behavior analyst, most recently making waves in the EdTech industry. Passionate about project management, process optimization, system creation, and data analysis, Kim thrives on bringing order to chaos while injecting creativity into her work.
Known for her innovative problem-solving skills, Kim embraces challenges head-on, drawing on her years of experience as an educator to think quickly and resourcefully. A true jack-of-all-trades, she excels at completing any task she's entrusted with. And if something is new to her, Kim’s resourcefulness ensures she learns quickly to get the job done.
Jess
Virtual Assistant
My name is Jessica, I am a mother of 3 and I was a special education lead teacher for 5 years. As a special education lead teacher, I was responsible for maintaining paperwork, meeting deadlines, organizing/scheduling meetings and other various administrative tasks. I am highly organized, detail-oriented, and a creative problem solver. Let me help you with your non-core tasks, so that you can focus on growing your business!
Phoebe
Virtual Assistant
Hi, I’m Phoebe. I’m currently a school-assigned substitute teacher at a local elementary school. Before this role, I spent five years teaching high school English, which allowed me to develop a deep passion for literature and student engagement. After a decade as a stay-at-home wife and mother, I embraced a new challenge as President of the Richmond Roller Hockey League, where I work closely with the Youth Development team of the Washington Capitals.
I have honed my skills in scheduling, editing, and writing through various professional and volunteer experiences. Working with elementary school students has taught me to be flexible and always have backup plans ready. Creativity is key when helping young children understand new concepts, and I enjoy thinking outside the box to make learning fun and effective.
Eileen
Virtual Assistant
Hello, I'm Eileen! I have six years of experience as a special education teacher and currently work on the administrative side of a nonprofit. As a special education teacher, I was responsible for maintaining legal documents, meeting deadlines, organizing and scheduling meetings, and various administrative tasks. In my current role, I continue to utilize my organizational and time-management skills while managing the organization's social media pages and supporting fundraising efforts. I am detail-oriented and a creative problem solver. Outside of my professional pursuits, I enjoy powerlifting and spending time outdoors, especially by the water. Always eager for new experiences and adventures, I embrace learning with an open heart and a zest for life.
Shaina
Virtual Assistant
Hi, I’m Shaina and have been in education since 2006. I started my career as a special education teacher, and eventually moved into leaderships roles as a Special Programs Administrator and then a Middle School Academic Administrator. I have worked in virtual education for the past ten years. Working in the virtual platform has allowed me to master Office 365 Suite, G Suite, and other platforms for virtual education. Coming from a special education background, I am able to think outside the box to find solutions. Additionally, I am very organized and detail orientated. I use these skills when helping clients with invoicing, organizing tax documents, employment verification, and Quickbooks.
Lexus
Virtual Assistant
Hi there! My name is Lexus and I’m currently a 5th grade teacher with over 5 years experience in education from curriculum development, running organizations, planning events and field trips, writing IEPs, and creating educational lessons. I have a masters degree in educational technology and learning experience design (UDX) and a masters in Special Education. In my free time I love reading, exploring the beautiful landscape of Virginia, and watching traveling.
I am very organized, great planner and scheduler, I have experience with Google, Canvas, Canva, and Microsoft.
Catherine
Virtual Assistant
My name is Catherine Hughes, a former teacher with a variety of past work experiences that have involved both working independently and in coordination with others. My undergraduate degree is in History and through my previous educational and work experiences I have a strong background in research, community and customer outreach, event planning, social media management, scheduling, and email management. I also enjoy and have experience in proofreading, editing, and copywriting.
Catherine's key skills are editing/copywriting, event planning and customer service.
Melissa
Virtual Assistant
Hello! My name is Melissa Larimer. I have spent the past 20 years in the education field teaching special education, history, computer and career skills. Most recently, I have been working with teachers as an instructional technology coach. I specialize in helping others use technology to meet their goals effectively and efficiently. I have over five years of experience in high level technology use as well as two years of experience in social media marketing and creating and managing websites. I am organized, reliable, and goal-driven.
Melissa's key skills are content creation, social media management, and organization.
Katherine
Virtual Assistant
Hi! My name is Katie and I have been a second-grade teacher for the last six years. I also have a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Aside from actually teaching children, I really enjoy many other aspects of my job, such as the clerical duties. I am great with planning, organizing, data entry, and collaboration. My proactive nature and relentless attention to detail are not just skills; they’re part of who I am. I pride myself on my communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and unwavering patience. I also am proficient in Google and Microsoft. As someone who loves helping others, I am genuinely excited to help you and to contribute to the success of your business!
Katie’s key skills are communication, attention to detail, and organizing.
Katie
Virtual Assistant
Hello, I’m Katie! A 3rd grade teacher, a coach, a wife, and most importantly a mom!
Being a teacher has given me the skills to be an excellent communicator, goal-oriented, and work well with Google Workspace, PowerPoint, and Microsoft! As a virtual assistant I can offer you my assistance on proofreading/editing, copywriting, scheduling/travel arrangements, and over all staying organized and communicating with you! As well as taking on any task, big or small that my client needs! My biggest goal is to make your life easier by taking care of the tasks and responsibilities you don’t have time to worry about! As we work together, I hope to build a lasting relationship and help you grow and succeed!
Michelle
Virtual Assistant
I’m Michelle Gilhooly and I’m an elementary school teacher. I love word processing, data entry and finding systems to keep things organized. I am great with customer service and if I don’t know how to do something, I’m great at figuring things out and being a quick learner.
Michelle's key skills are organization, project management, and customer service.
Carolyn
Virtual Assistant
Hi, I am Carolyn. I graduated with a degree in marketing and was able to bring the problem solving aspect of business administration throughout my life’s work in different ways. As an
elementary teacher for 17 years, my organizational skills and multitasking abilities
helped me support my students by providing the best learning opportunities possible.
Other employment involved providing administrative support and customer service in
different settings as a secretary for a large construction company to secretary of an elementary school.
Carolyn’s key skills are project management, customer service, and scheduling.
Megan
Virtual Assistant
Hi, I’m Megan! I’m a graduate of the University of Virginia with a degree in Biology and a Master of Teaching. I have experience as a classroom teacher, SOL Coach, and textbook reviewer. I have produced a monthly school newsletter, and currently supervise the room parent program at my children’s school. With my family’s very different schedules, I prioritize time management, organization, and the ability to multitask to help our lives run smoothly. I am a detail-oriented person and believe communication is paramount to success. I am proficient with Google, Microsoft, Outlook, Canva, social media and am always willing to learn new platforms.
Megan’s key skills are time management, writing/editing, and project management.
Tiffany
Virtual Assistant
Hello! My name is Tiffany, a former educator, with over a decade of experience. I currently work from home, as a content and curriculum writer for an educational company, and have the flexibility to take on additional opportunities. I have a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction and experience creating presentations with materials and using different learning management systems.
Tiffany’s key skills are writing, editing, proof reading, and creating materials.
Bobbie
Virtual Assistant
I am a mom of three and live in Durham, North Carolina with my husband, children, and dog. I am a full-time elementary school teacher. I am also a trained travel planner. I am a very detail-oriented person and put a lot of pride in all work that I do. I am well-organized and goal-oriented. I am able to book travel for groups, individuals, and families to both domestic and international locations. I also have experience with designing flyers, posters, and social media content. I am familiar with document organization, collaboration, and data entry. If you need it done, I am your girl to do it!
Fran
Virtual Assistant
Hello, I’m Fran. I hold a master’s degree in education but have worked for many years in HR/Benefits/Accounting/Payroll/ Logistics with startup companies, as well as child & senior care programs. I transitioned into working remotely during Covid and found a niche where I can perform professionally at home. I’m a very organized self-starter and love spreadsheets, record keeping and scheduling, while being accurate and detail oriented. I am comfortable with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, QuickBooks and Outlook, along with many social media platforms.
Fran’s key skills are organization, scheduling and financial software.
Sarah
Virtual Assistant
Hi! I’m Sarah! I am a former educator of 14 years, having worked as a classroom teacher and interventionist. As a teacher, I always enjoyed the new challenges that each day brought - one day was never like the last. Being the leader of a classroom of students has taught me patience in high-stress situations, time management, effective communication, organization and finding joy in the small things. I believe these are valuable skills that I can bring to your company. I can’t wait to join your team!
Avery
Virtual Assistant
Hi! I’m Avery, a dedicated Virtual Assistant with a strong background in administration, teaching, and content creation. I specialize in email and calendar management, resume writing, and social media management. My time as a teacher has also helped me develop strong organizational and communication skills, which I bring to every task I take on. In addition to these skills, I am highly proficient in data entry, and handling confidential information with discretion. I excel in managing multiple tasks efficiently and thrive in fast-paced environments. I’m passionate about helping businesses and individuals stay on top of their tasks so they can focus on what truly matters.
Avery’s key skills are project management, QuickBooks management and client relations.
