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BLUEFORCE INC

Submit progress reports for all Saudi Military Students (SMSs) on a biweekly basis after testing occurs. * Complete Defense Language Institute English Language Center (DLIELC) familiarization with ...

YO AI Labs

English Language Expert - Remote

Miami, FL · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

English Language Expert Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking ... Minimum C1 English proficiency , with C2 or native-level command strongly preferred. * Strong ...

YO AI Labs

English Language Expert - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

English Language Expert Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking ... Minimum C1 English proficiency , with C2 or native-level command strongly preferred. * Strong ...

YO AI Labs

English Language Expert - Remote

Seattle, WA · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

English Language Expert Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking ... Minimum C1 English proficiency , with C2 or native-level command strongly preferred. * Strong ...

YO AI Labs

English Language Expert - Remote

Austin, TX · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

English Language Expert Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking ... Minimum C1 English proficiency , with C2 or native-level command strongly preferred. * Strong ...

YO AI Labs

English Language Expert - Remote

Houston, TX · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

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English Language Expert - Remote

Dallas, TX · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

English Language Expert Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking ... Minimum C1 English proficiency , with C2 or native-level command strongly preferred. * Strong ...

YO AI Labs

English Language Expert - Remote

Boston, MA · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

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YO AI Labs

English Language Expert - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

English Language Expert Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking ... Minimum C1 English proficiency , with C2 or native-level command strongly preferred. * Strong ...

LocalEyes

English Language Instructor

Fountain Inn, SC · On-site

$40K - $54K/yr

Native or near\-native proficiency in English. \n \n * Proven experience in teaching\/instructuring English as a second language, preferably in a one\-to\-one setting. \n \n * Strong knowledge of ...

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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.

ELT - English Language Instructor

On-site

BLUEFORCE INC
Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

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Job description

BlueForce Inc. is looking for native American English speakers with experience as English Language Instructors for a position in support of the Ministry of National Guard in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.


*Position subject to availability*
 

The English Language Instructor (ELI) delivers instruction to Saudi Military Students (SMSs) in American English Language. The English Language Instructor will be responsible for communicating course requirements, objective and content to ensure training success.
General Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Communicate with and instruct Saudi Military Students (SMSs) in American English Language articulations, fluency, and pitch/quality of sound that will communicate course requirements, objectives, theory, and content.
  • Provide Saudi Military Students (SMSs) with a total English Language Training (ELT) immersion in the classroom.
  • Evaluate, advise, and assist Saudi Military Students (SMSs) by assigning and correcting homework, diagnosing academic problems, planning, providing remedial training classes, and counseling International Military Student (IMSs) on their academic progress.
  • Submit progress reports for all Saudi Military Students (SMSs) on a biweekly basis after testing occurs.
  • Complete Defense Language Institute English Language Center (DLIELC) familiarization with the American Language Course (ALC) or Observer Professional Training.
  • Complete DLIELC’s Instructor Performance Evaluation Rubric (IPER) for instructor’s evaluations twice a year.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • US national. Must be a native speaker of American English.
  • Possess a 4-year U.S. degree that includes or is supplemented by a major study in English as a Second Language (ESL), English as a Foreign Language (EFL), Linguistics, Foreign Languages, or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
  • Mastery of American English Language articulations, fluency, and pitch/quality of sound.
  • At least one (1) year of specialized experience in English Language Instruction including, but not limited to:
  • Providing instruction to a diverse student body using the principles, practices, and techniques of English as a Second Language (ESL) and English as a Foreign Language (EFL).
  • Teaching ESL/EFL to adults from basic to elementary to advanced English.
  • Planning, preparing, and coordinating instructional activities for adult students.
  • Creating and managing student assessment techniques and objectives to include test and measurement principles.
  • Assisting in the development and improvement of curriculum design, training materials, instructional delivery, and student administration.
  • Preparing lesson plans by selecting and adapting instructor texts and guides.
  • Developing a plan of instruction for class-specific exercises.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • American Language Course (ALC) Defense Language Institute (DLI) experience is preferred.

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