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Travel Speech Language Pathologist

Urbana, IL · On-site

$1.7K - $2.1K/wk

Speech Language Pathologist * Discipline: Therapy * Duration: 47 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift ... Administering standardized testing * Developing individualized treatment plans with measurable ...

JJC Enterprises

Testing Assistant

Campus, IL

$18.78 - $19.91/hr

Testing Assistant STATUS:Part time DEPARTMENT: Testing Services DIVISION: Student Development ... The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and ...

JJC Enterprises

Testing Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.50 - $19.61/hr

Testing Assistant STATUS:Part time DEPARTMENT: Testing Services DIVISION: Student Development ... The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and ...

Joliet Junior College

Testing Assistant

Joliet, IL · On-site

$18.50 - $19.61/hr

Testing Assistant STATUS:Part time DEPARTMENT: Testing Services DIVISION: Student Development ... The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and ...

JJC Enterprises

Testing Assistant

Joliet, IL

$18.50 - $19.61/hr

Testing Assistant STATUS:Part time DEPARTMENT: Testing Services DIVISION: Student Development ... The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and ...

JJC Enterprises

Testing Assistant

Joliet, IL

$18.78 - $19.91/hr

Testing Assistant STATUS:Part time DEPARTMENT: Testing Services DIVISION: Student Development ... The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and ...

JJC Enterprises

Testing Assistant

Romeoville, IL

$18.78 - $19.91/hr

Testing Assistant STATUS:Part time DEPARTMENT: Testing Services DIVISION: Student Development ... The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and ...

JJC Enterprises

Testing Assistant

Romeoville, IL

$18.50 - $19.61/hr

Testing Assistant STATUS:Part time DEPARTMENT: Testing Services DIVISION: Student Development ... The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and ...

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How much do language testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for language testing in Illinois is $31.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.14 and $41.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is language testing?

Language testing is the process of assessing a person's proficiency or abilities in a particular language. This can include evaluating skills such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing, often for academic, professional, or immigration purposes. Language tests can be standardized or tailored to specific needs, and are used by schools, employers, and government agencies to measure language competence. The results help determine readiness for study, work, or integration in an environment where the target language is used.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in language testing, and why are they important?

To excel in Language Testing, you need expertise in linguistics, test design, and assessment methodologies, often supported by a degree in linguistics, applied linguistics, or a related field. Familiarity with testing platforms, statistical analysis software (such as SPSS or R), and relevant certifications in language assessment are highly valuable. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help create fair and effective assessments and facilitate clear reporting of results. These competencies are crucial to ensure the validity, reliability, and impact of language testing in educational or professional contexts.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in language testing roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in language testing often face challenges such as designing fair and unbiased assessments, ensuring the reliability and validity of tests, and keeping up with evolving linguistic standards. Collaboration with psychometricians, educators, and subject matter experts is crucial in addressing these challenges. Regular training, peer reviews, and staying informed about international testing standards also help maintain test quality and effectiveness.

What is the difference between Language Testing vs Language Assessment?

AspectLanguage TestingLanguage Assessment
PurposeMeasures proficiency through standardized testsEvaluates language skills for various purposes, including informal and formative assessments
CredentialsOften requires certification in testing standardsMay involve broader qualifications like language teaching or counseling certifications
Work EnvironmentTesting centers, educational institutions, certification bodiesSchools, language programs, corporate training, research settings
Industry UsageUsed for certification, immigration, academic placementUsed for curriculum development, learner evaluation, and placement

While both roles focus on evaluating language skills, Language Testing primarily involves administering standardized exams to measure proficiency, often for certification or official purposes. Language Assessment encompasses a broader range of evaluation methods, including informal and formative assessments used to guide learning and development.

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Infographic showing various Language Testing job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,527 per year, or $31.5 per hour.

Specialist -PreK-12 English Language Learner

Waukegan Community Unit District 60

Waukegan, IL • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Position Type:
Teaching - Elementary/Early Childhood - Bilingual
Date Posted:
8/18/2026
Location:
Lincoln Center
Closing Date:
08/28/2026
Who We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 13,000 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. Our District has one early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9 - 12th grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.
Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The purpose is to improve the instruction of staff and increase the performance of students enrolled within the program. The EL Program Specialist will work with the Director of EL Programs and the EL Coordinator to assist in the smooth daily operation of the Department. This will include training in curriculum and testing for students for EL staff, assisting in the yearly placement of students into correct programming, ensuring correct certification of EL teaching staff, conducting placement conferences at schools, participating in school and District level committees as necessary, and working with student data and reports that depict student achievement for our program.
The Specialist will be able to assist the Director of EL Services and EL Coordinator in the administrative areas of training, testing, student placement, and data regarding all aspects for the ELL Program.
Essential Functions:
  1. Provide technical assistance to the English Language Learners Program Staff in the areas of curriculum, instructional materials, appropriate assessment, and progress reporting;
  2. Monitor the placement and exiting of students within the English Language Learner Program under the direction of the EL Director in accordance with the requirements of the approved departmental plan;
  3. Monitor the placement and exiting of students within the English Language Learner Program under the direction of the EL Director in accordance with the requirements of the approved departmental plan;
  4. Conduct, in cooperation with the Director, the annual staff development needs assessment to guide the delivery of relevant and timely staff development for departmental staff;
  5. Interpret assessment data to staff and parents effectively so as to assure that program improvement decisions are data driven in conformity with state and local standards;
  6. Gather relevant student performance data from teachers and report same in accordance with the requirement of the department plan, OCR requirements, and/or requests of administration;
  7. Assist in the correct placement of bilingual/EL students in accordance with relevant language performance data as measured by department staff at the elementary, middle school and high school levels;
  8. Determine and consistently communicate to students and families high expectations for bilingual/EL students;
  9. Work directly with elementary, middle and high school principals to ensure appropriate scheduling for EL program students;
  10. Provide guidance and information about EL students to the Assessment Coordinators to ensure compliance with state and local assessment requirements.Assessments include, but are not limited to high stakes testing;
  11. Work directly with the Manager of Bilingual Student Data and Assessment to gather and analyze data and create reports pertaining to student performance, assessment, etc., as requested by the Director of English Language Learners;
  12. Support the coordination of Special Education services in conjunction with EL services;
  13. Monitor bilingual and ESL teachers to have the proper certificates and are assigned to appropriate classrooms as needed and directed;
  14. Act as liaison between the EL Department and the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC);
  15. Work with the District's professional development coordinator to organize and implement an effective professional development program for all bilingual and EL staff;
  16. Coordinate and assist with the kindergarten and overall student registration process for bilingual/EL students;
  17. Supply the Director of EL Programs with a variety of reports required for the smooth operationof the Department;
  18. Maintain and up-to-date roster of teacher certification and placement and student ACCESS levels and placement;
  19. Perform such other duties as assigned from time to time by the Director of English Language Learners;
  20. Maintain a list of building/visits teacher log;
  21. Identify areas of Professional Developments needs;
  22. Offer regular Professional Development before and after school as assigned by director;
  23. Attend meetins as EL Department representative as assigned;
  24. Serve as EL Specialist in Buildings as assigned;
  25. Serve as EL Specialist during Special Education/IEP meetings;
  26. Conduct daily walk-throughs of classrooms to provide feedback for teachers;
  27. Provide feedback, coaching and modeling of instructional strategies;
  28. Enter PD in SDS to provide communication to all staff District-wide;
  29. Creat PD Calendar for EL Services;
  30. Obtain quotes for materials or contractual services;
  31. Oversee translation;
  32. Assist in supervision EL instructional Specialist;
  33. Administer language assessment exams as needed - ACCESS, MODEL, IPT, and PRE-IPT

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirments of persons assigned ot this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
Required Certifications/Licenses:
  • Master's Degree within content area or Master's Degree in Education
  • Professional Educator License with a Bilingual (Spanish) endorsement required / ESL endorsement preferred;
  • Five year minimum teaching experience;
  • Prefer experience as professional development trainer/facilitator.

Formal Education: A teaching program for standard teaching PreK-12, and further education for Bilingual with preferred ESL approval or endorsement. Teaching experience is required as well as experience in administration of EL Programming is preferred.
Experience: Three or more years' work experience with Bilingual student populations and administration of EL Programming. Five year minimum teaching experience. Prefer experience as professional development trainer/facilitator.
Salary Range: Salary Structure
Additional Information: 38 weeks with optional two weeks before teachers return and two weeks after school ends to be decided by EL Director.
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by the closing date.
Only online applications will be considered.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender, race, color, gender identity, national origin,
religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.

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