English Language Assessment Rater (CEFR) | Remote

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.

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.