If you’ve ever thought about hiring a virtual assistant and immediately shut the idea down with, “I probably can’t afford that,” you’re not alone. It’s one of the biggest misconceptions among teacherpreneurs.

So let’s clear it up: hiring a VA does not have to break your budget.

In fact, working with a VA can be one of the most cost-effective decisions you make in your business. When done right, it’s not about spending more. It’s about spending smart.

Why This Myth Sticks Around

There’s a lot of confusion around VA pricing. Some sellers assume it means hiring a full-time assistant or committing to hours of help each week. Others have only seen hourly rates with wide ranges and no real context. Without clarity, it’s easy to assume that VA support is out of reach.

But just like your TPT store isn’t one-size-fits-all, neither is VA support. The right virtual assistant will offer options that meet you where you are.

Myth: All VA Services Are Expensive

The truth? VAs come at a variety of price points, and so do their services. At One Stop VA Shop, we offer a wide range of support options with flat-rate pricing so you always know what you’re paying up front.

Whether you need blog post copywriting, a few product listings updated, or ongoing Pinterest help, we can build a set of projects that fits your goals and your budget. No surprise invoices. No hourly guessing games. Just clear pricing and real support.

Amy has supported my business for many years now and I have seen exponential growth in my sales, views, and followers. Thanks to her and her team's dedication in supporting my business with services that really did convert to dollars! - Jenn Adams, Teach Love Autism

Flexible Support = Budget-Friendly Solutions

When you work with a VA, you don’t have to hire someone full-time or even every week. Many of our clients start with one-time projects or seasonal support. Others bring us in monthly for tasks they just don’t want to do anymore.

The point is, your VA support should be tailored to your needs, not the other way around. That’s why we offer everything from one-off services to ongoing content support. You get to choose what fits best.

Flat Rates You Can Count On

Nobody likes surprise expenses, especially when you’re managing a business and a budget. That’s why we keep it simple with flat-rate pricing for all of our services. You’ll know exactly what each service costs before the work begins, so you can plan your budget with confidence.

And if you’re not sure what kind of support fits your needs, we can help you build a project bundle that works with your time, goals, and resources.

Real-Life Budget Scenarios

Still unsure what’s possible within your budget? Here are three fictional (but totally realistic) examples of teacherpreneurs with different needs and price points. Each one shows how a virtual assistant can support your business at any level.

Teacherpreneur 1: Jess

Budget: Under $100
Business Goal: Stay consistent on TPT while managing a busy school year

Jess is a full-time 3rd grade teacher who runs a small but growing TPT store on the side. She loves creating math resources but doesn’t have the time to keep up with posting regularly or updating her older listings.

Tasks that fit Jess' budget and helped her remain visible on TPT:

• updating existing product titles and descriptions for SEO

• adding standards to existing product listings

• uploading new products to her store

• creating new covers, thumbnails, and social media images for existing products

Teacherpreneur 2: Mia

Budget: $100–$200
Business Goal: Grow her email list and get consistent with content marketing

Mia has been on TPT for a few years and has a solid product line, but her blog has been collecting dust and her email list feels like a missed opportunity. She wants to nurture her audience without feeling chained to her computer.

Tasks that fit Mia's budget and helped grow her audience:

• writing blog posts that support lead magnets

• optimizing existing blog text and images for SEO

• drafting weekly emails for her newsletter list

• schedule pins that lead to newsletter sign-ups

Teacherpreneur 3: Danielle

Budget: $500+
Business Goal: Scale her business while stepping back from day-to-day tasks

Danielle has a successful TPT store, a growing audience, and dreams of launching a course for teacherpreneurs. She knows what she wants to do but needs support to get it all done without burning out.

For Danielle, we provided 1:1 business coaching. Together, we developed a hiring plan for Danielle so she could focus on being the CEO of her business.

It’s Not About How Much You Spend. It’s About What You Get Back.

The right VA isn’t just a line item in your budget. They’re an investment in your time, your sanity, and your ability to grow your business on your terms.

If you’ve been holding off because you think you can’t afford it, let’s have a conversation. You might be surprised by what’s possible.

And if you’re curious about what that could look like for your business, just ask. I’m happy to share our pricing guide and talk through some options that might work for you.

→ Reach out here if you want to see our pricing guide or talk through a project idea.