Laura Gillessen

Virtual Assistant (Freelance)

I support entrepreneurs and coaches with organizational, operational, and digital tasks, allowing them to focus on their core business. My focus is on structured processes, clear communication, and reliable execution behind the scenes.

Areas of Responsibility:

- Project management and organization of tasks and workflows

- Podcast management (organization of episodes, coordination of recordings, preparation of releases)

- Backoffice and administrative support

- Communication and coordination with clients, partners, and team members

- Community management and support of online communities

- Research and structured preparation of information

- Support with content and social media processes

- Support in planning and organizing events or online formats

Work Approach:

Structured, reliable, and solution-oriented with a focus on efficient processes, clear communication, and seamless background operations.

Here I taught German as a Foreign Language, prepared lesson plans, coordinated school documents, and conducted parent-teacher conferences.

It was particularly important to me to introduce children to the German language with ease, play, and joy. I created learning environments where children felt comfortable speaking, were allowed to make mistakes, and developed security and self-confidence step by step.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching German as a Foreign Language to students in grades 1-3

• Preparing lessons and learning materials

• Evaluating student work and providing feedback

• Conducting parent-teacher and development meetings

• Providing substitute teaching for German in grades 1-6

• Coordinating class organization and communication with families

Responsible for the establishment and development of a program that helps students independently explore educational and living opportunities in Germany.

The program is aimed at families who want to send their children to Germany for a period individually – not as part of a classic student exchange – to gain academic and cultural experiences.

Responsibilities

• Development of program structure

• Research on schools, organizations, and educational offerings in Germany

• Informing families about opportunities for school or stay programs in Germany

• Advising parents and students on requirements, timelines, and options

• Facilitating contacts with schools, agencies, and partner organizations

• Organizing and conducting information events for parents and students

• Creating and sending out informational materials and program documents