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How much do english language proficiency tester jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for english language proficiency tester in the United States is $52,165.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an English language proficiency tester do?

An English Language Proficiency Tester evaluates individuals' abilities to read, write, speak, and understand English. They administer standardized tests, assess language skills, and provide feedback or scores based on specific criteria. Their work helps educational institutions, employers, and immigration authorities determine if candidates meet required English proficiency standards. The role may also involve developing test materials and maintaining fairness and accuracy in the testing process.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an English language proficiency tester?

To excel as an English Language Proficiency Tester, you need strong linguistic knowledge, assessment expertise, and typically a relevant degree or certification in English, linguistics, or education. Familiarity with standardized testing platforms, scoring rubrics, and language assessment tools is commonly required. Excellent attention to detail, impartiality, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial to ensure fair, reliable, and accurate evaluations of language abilities for academic or professional purposes.

What challenges do English language proficiency testers face and how can they be managed?

English Language Proficiency Testers often encounter challenges such as assessing diverse accents, cultural variations in language use, and test anxiety among candidates. Effectively managing these challenges involves staying updated on standard assessment criteria, practicing cultural sensitivity, and employing objective evaluation methods. Collaborating closely with other testers and providing clear feedback to candidates can also help maintain consistency and fairness in evaluations. Continuous training and peer discussions are valuable for refining assessment skills and ensuring reliable results.

What is the difference between English Language Proficiency Tester vs English Language Instructor?

AspectEnglish Language Proficiency TesterEnglish Language Instructor
Required CredentialsLanguage proficiency certifications (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)Teaching certifications (e.g., TEFL, TESOL)
Work EnvironmentTesting centers, exam administration sitesClassrooms, language schools, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, testing organizationsSchools, language institutes, universities
Common Search & Comparison IntentAssessing language skills for certification or immigrationTeaching language skills to students

While both roles involve English language skills, the English Language Proficiency Tester focuses on evaluating and certifying individuals' language abilities through standardized tests. In contrast, the English Language Instructor actively teaches and develops students' language skills. The roles differ mainly in their responsibilities, work environments, and required credentials, though both are essential in the language education industry.

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Infographic showing various English Language Proficiency Tester job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,165 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Language Proficiency Assessment Specialist

Washington, DC • On-site

International Center for Language Studies
Education Programs Administration • 201 - 500 employees
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$125/day

Full-time

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Job description

Language Proficiency Assessment Specialists
About the International Center for Language Studies (ICLS)
ICLS is a woman-owned, independent language institution based in the heart of Washington, DC. ICLSS has over 58 years of experience delivering high-quality language and cultural training in world languages to U.S. Government personnel, private-industry employees, and with job and talent needs analysis. Our ICLS assessment mission is to empower each person with valid and reliable language proficiency scores needed to thrive in a global environment.

The Language Proficiency Assessment Specialist is responsible for administering, evaluating, and documenting standardized language proficiency assessments in accordance with established testing protocols and proficiency rating criteria. Testers conduct structured interviews and performance-based assessments designed to measure an examinee's functional language ability across a range of communicative tasks and proficiency levels. Testers work collaboratively with other assessment professionals to ensure consistent application of proficiency standards and adherence to quality assurance procedures.

Assessment Specialists Languages Sought:
Afrikaans, Arabic (Egyptian), Arabic (Levantine), Arabic (MSA),
Arabic (Iraqi), Arabic (Saudi), Albanian, Amharic,
Armenian (Eastern), Akan (Twi, Asante), Bengali, Bulgarian,
Cantonese, Czech, Dari, Farsi (Persian),
Finnish, French, Georgian, German,
Greek, Gujarati, Haitian Creole, Hakka,
Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian,
Italian, Japanese, Javanese, Khmer,
Kiswahili, Korean / North Korean, Lao, Lithuanian,
Malagasy, Malay, Mandarin Chinese, Mandingo,
Nepali, Nepalese, Polish, Portuguese (Brazilian),
Portuguese (Continental), Romanian, Russian, Shanghainese (Wu), Sinhalese, Spanish,
Swedish, Tagalog, Tamil, Telugu,
Thai, Tajik, Tigrinya, Turkish,
Uighur, Ukrainian, Urdu, Vietnamese,
Wolaita, Wolof, Yoruba, ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
Requirements:
* Expertise in language proficiency assessment methodologies
* Strong interviewing skills
* Knowledge of and experience with the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) Skill Level Descriptions and/or ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines
* Experience conducting structured proficiency interviews (e.g. Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI), Department of State Foreign Service Officer Language Assessment, Department of Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT))
* Demonstrated experience profiling and rating language proficiency in high-stakes assessment environments
* Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills
* Ability to collaboratively work on a testing team (on Zoom and/or in-person)
* Intuitive attention to detail and innate ability to multitask
* Welcoming, empathetic, patient and calm nature that reads well both in a virtual setting and in-person environment
* Ability to seamlessly adapt to quickly changing situations
* Ability to maintain testing validity, reliability, and fairness throughout the assessment process
* Complete all online training provided by the International Center for Language Studies (ICLS)
Preferred:
* Master's degree, preferably in the field of languages or education
* Current or previous certification as an OPI Tester, OPIc Tester, or equivalent proficiency assessment specialist.
* Security Clearances (if applicable): public trust, secret, top secret (TS), TS/SCI
Please submit your resume highlighting your testing experience and language. Though a cover letter is optional, it is highly encouraged. Additionally, please indicate in the comment section if you are able to conduct assessments in-person, online, or both. ICLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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