English Language Assessment Rater (CEFR) | TESOL / Applied Linguistics Background Preferred

Project Overview

We are seeking experienced English language professionals for an upcoming language assessment project with a leading global client.

The project involves evaluating a new English language proficiency assessment. Raters will assess both written and spoken English responses using the CEFR (A1-C2) framework. For spoken responses, raters will also provide intelligibility judgments and brief written rationales.

All work will be completed remotely through an online rating platform.

Please fill in this online questionnaire:

English Language Assessment Rater (CEFR) | Remote – Fill in form

Project Timeline

• Recruitment and onboarding: October 2026
• Training and calibration: Early November 2026
• Rating activities: November 2026 – January 2027
• One-week break between Christmas and New Year
• Expected commitment: 20-25 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Evaluate written and spoken English responses using CEFR proficiency descriptors
• Assign proficiency ratings according to project guidelines
• Assess intelligibility of spoken responses
• Provide brief written rationales where required
• Participate in training, calibration, and feedback sessions
• Maintain consistency and quality throughout the rating period

Required Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in English (US, UK, Canadian, Australian, or New Zealand English)
• Postgraduate qualification (Master's degree or higher) in one of the following areas:
  • TESOL
  • Applied Linguistics
  • Second Language Acquisition
  • Language Testing / Assessment
  • English Language Education
  • Related field
• Experience teaching English as a second or foreign language
• Familiarity with the CEFR framework
• Strong written communication skills
• Availability for at least 20-25 hours per week between November 2026 and January 2027

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience scoring or rating English language assessments
• Experience with high-stakes English examinations, such as:
  • IELTS
  • TOEFL
  • Cambridge English examinations
  • National or international English proficiency assessments
• Examiner, rater, assessor, or language testing experience

Additional Opportunity

A subset of selected raters may be invited to participate in an expert standard-setting panel.

Candidates with experience rating high-stakes English language examinations are particularly encouraged to apply.

Location

Remote.

Candidates located in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand are especially encouraged to apply.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill in this online questionnaire:

English Language Assessment Rater (CEFR) | Remote – Fill in form