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Virtual Assistant for Course Creators (Remote)

Help online educators deliver a better student experience and run organized course launches. Support the creator's day-to-day operations, student community, and course platform — with paid training and no prior course-creator experience required.

$17–$25 / hour100% remoteFull-Time / Part-Time / ContractMultiple U.S. statesHigh school diploma or equivalent

Job overview

Bright Path Learning Group is seeking a remote Virtual Assistant for Course Creators to help keep online education businesses organized before, during, and after a course launch. The work combines creator-side administration with student-facing support: managing inboxes and calendars, helping new learners get started, updating course materials, keeping communities welcoming, and coordinating launch activities across the people and tools involved.

This is a broad course-operations support role rather than a position focused only on community moderation or answering student questions. You may work with course platforms such as Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, or Podia; community spaces such as Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups; and email tools such as ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign, or Mailchimp. The exact tool mix depends on the assignment. Paid training is provided, and previous online course or virtual assistant experience is not required.

This opportunity may suit career changers, recent graduates, people who have taken online courses themselves, and candidates interested in online education, coaching, or the creator economy. Strong organization, careful written communication, and a warm approach to helping students are more important than arriving with a long list of platform credentials.

No prior course or creator experience required

You do not need to have worked for an online educator before. You should be comfortable learning web-based tools, following documented processes, keeping information organized, and writing clear, encouraging messages. Training covers the relevant course platforms, student-support workflows, and launch coordination practices for the assignment.

Employment options and launch cycles

Full-time schedules typically run about 40 hours per week; part-time schedules typically run 20–25 hours per week. Contract opportunities may also be available. Course launches can create busier periods, and some assignments may need occasional evening or weekend coverage. Confirm the schedule, time zone, launch expectations, and contract terms during the interview.

What you'll do

  • Manage the course creator's inbox and calendar, organize appointments, and flag time-sensitive messages.
  • Support student onboarding, welcome emails, access instructions, and first-week learner communications.
  • Answer routine student questions by email or in approved course communities, escalating issues that need an instructor or specialist.
  • Help maintain Circle, Discord, or Facebook Group spaces with clear updates, useful resources, and respectful community practices.
  • Coordinate course launches by tracking email sequences, webinar details, launch dates, and follow-up tasks.
  • Update lesson materials, resource links, course announcements, and platform content as directed.
  • Handle routine administration in Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, Podia, or the platform used for the course.
  • Coordinate logistics with coaches, guest experts, affiliates, copywriters, designers, and editors.
  • Support live Q&A sessions and webinars, including reminders, attendee questions, and follow-up resources.
  • Track student progress, course completion, participation, and engagement using approved reports or spreadsheets.
  • Maintain launch calendars, campaign timelines, documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Manage customer-support tickets and route refund requests according to the applicable policy; do not promise exceptions or issue unapproved refunds.
  • Assist with launch-related email and social updates using approved copy and schedules.

How the work fits together

The mix of tasks changes across the course lifecycle. During a quieter course week, you might update lesson links, check the learner inbox, and prepare the next webinar. Before a launch, you may coordinate deadlines with a copywriter and designer, check that welcome emails are scheduled, and confirm the webinar calendar. After enrollment opens, you may help students access the course, organize recurring questions for the instructor, and track engagement so the team can follow up appropriately.

Plan the CalendarPrepare Course & EmailsWelcome StudentsSupport the CommunityTrack EngagementDocument Follow-Up

Accuracy matters throughout this workflow: dates must match across calendars and messages, links should be checked before they are shared, and student information should be handled only through the approved systems. The assistant supports the creator and course team; teaching, policy decisions, and specialist questions remain with the appropriate person.

Required qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Strong written English and the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and warmly with students and creators.
  • Good organization and calendar-management habits, including the ability to track several deadlines without losing details.
  • Comfort using web-based platforms, or a demonstrated willingness to learn course tools such as Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, or Podia.
  • Comfort learning community tools such as Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups and email tools such as ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign, or Mailchimp.
  • Careful handling of lesson links, campaign dates, student records, and support requests.
  • Reliability and responsiveness during the agreed working hours, with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
  • Reliable internet access and a quiet workspace suitable for focused work and occasional online meetings.
  • No prior virtual assistant, online course, or creator-economy experience is required. No degree, certification, coding, or design background is required to start.

Preferred qualifications

  • Previous virtual assistant, administrative, customer-support, or course-support experience.
  • Familiarity with one or more course platforms: Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, or Podia.
  • Experience helping manage Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups.
  • Exposure to ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign, Mailchimp, or similar email marketing tools.
  • Experience with course launches, webinars, cohort-based programs, or learner onboarding.
  • Spanish/English bilingual communication skills.
  • An interest in online education, coaching, digital learning, or the creator economy.

Schedule and remote work

Hours depend on employment type

Full-time work is typically around 40 hours weekly, while part-time work is typically 20–25 hours. Contract hours and duration depend on the assignment. Confirm the actual schedule before accepting an offer.

Launch periods can be busier

Webinars, enrollment openings, and course launches may require more coordination and occasional evening or weekend availability. These expectations should be discussed with the hiring team.

The role is remote across multiple U.S. states and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. You will need a dependable computer, stable internet, a quiet workspace, and access to video meetings and browser-based tools. Specific equipment, software access, and any equipment reimbursement are assignment-dependent; do not purchase equipment based on an unverified promise.

Pay and benefits

$17–$25 per hour

Pay depends on experience and course volume. Entry-level candidates typically start near the lower end of the range. Some assignments may offer bonuses tied to launch performance or student retention; any bonus criteria should be confirmed in writing before accepting.

Paid training

Training covers the course platforms, student-support processes, and launch coordination tools used for the assignment.

Remote arrangement

Work from home, with agreed communication and availability expectations.

Career development

Skills may support progression toward Course Manager, Launch Manager, Community Manager, or Program Director roles.

Paid time off

Paid time off is listed for full-time roles; eligibility and policy depend on the assignment.

Possible health coverage

Medical, dental, and vision coverage may be included with some full-time assignments. Availability varies.

Course access may be offered

Some assignments may include free course access. This is not guaranteed and should be verified.

Benefits are assignment-specific. Confirm eligibility, waiting periods, employee contributions, paid-leave rules, and any bonus or course-access terms with the hiring team.

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Application process

1

Apply online

Complete the application form and attach your resume. You can highlight transferable skills from school, volunteering, customer service, or personal projects.

2

Initial review

The application may be reviewed for communication, organization, availability, and readiness for remote work.

3

Discuss the assignment

Ask about the course platform, student-contact responsibilities, schedule, launch periods, compensation, and contract terms.

4

Training and onboarding

If selected, confirm the written offer and complete the assignment-specific training and access setup.

Submit accurate information and make sure your contact details are current. The role is listed as open until filled; no fixed application deadline has been supplied. Applying does not guarantee an interview or offer.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need experience working with online course creators?

No. Prior course, creator, or virtual assistant experience is not required. Paid training is provided. You should be organized, comfortable learning web tools, and able to write clear, encouraging messages.

Which course platforms might I use?

The assignment may use Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, or Podia. You may also work in community spaces such as Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups and email tools such as ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign, or Mailchimp. The exact tools vary by assignment.

Is this job mainly student support or community moderation?

It includes student support and community tasks, but the role is broader. It can also cover the creator's inbox and calendar, course administration, lesson updates, launch timelines, webinar coordination, and collaboration with other contributors.

What are the typical hours?

Full-time schedules typically run about 40 hours per week, and part-time schedules typically run 20–25 hours. Contract arrangements vary. Launch periods may occasionally require evening or weekend coverage, which should be discussed during the interview.

What is the pay range, and are bonuses guaranteed?

The stated range is $17–$25 per hour based on experience and course volume. Entry-level candidates typically start near the lower end. Some roles offer launch-performance or student-retention bonuses, but bonuses are not guaranteed and their terms should be confirmed in writing.

Do I need a degree, certification, or technical background?

No degree or certification is required, and coding or design skills are not needed to start. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Comfort with organizational tools and willingness to learn are important.

Can this role lead to other career opportunities?

Experience in course operations may help build skills relevant to Course Manager, Launch Manager, Community Manager, or Program Director roles. Advancement depends on performance, experience, and available opportunities.

Does it cost anything to apply?

No. Applying through JobSphereHR is free. Do not pay an alleged recruiter for access to this role, training, or equipment.

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