ESL Teacher Test

When looking to fill an ESL teacher position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. An ESL teacher skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is an ESL teacher skills test?

    ESL (English as a second language) teacher skills test analyzes the skills required to teach English to people who have a different language as their first language. English is spoken by over 1 billion people worldwide and that number is constantly growing.

    ESL teachers require a range of skills including patience, communication and adaptability. However, to teach English to ESL students, the teacher must be able to communicate both verbally and through written words in both English and the first language of their students.

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  1. What is an ESL teacher skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the ESL teacher skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures ESL teacher skills
  4. ESL Teacher Test FAQs

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Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the ESL teacher skills test for pre-screening?

    Using an ESL teacher skills test for pre-screening is beneficial as it is a cost-efficient way of screening a large group of candidates whilst also removing unconscious bias. If a candidate is successful in the pre-screening they will be asked to progress to the next round of interviews.

    In the ESL teacher skills test, a range of skills that are required for the job are assessed. This could include skills such as logical thinking, communication and a variety of different languages.

    An ESL teacher must be able to communicate in multiple languages, therefore testing their knowledge in a variety of languages through the ESL teacher skills test is a simple way of guaranteeing the candidate to progress has the essential skills.

    The ESL teacher skills test could be used to hire specialty language teachers such as French, Spanish or German as well as ESL teachers. In addition to teaching, this test could be used to hire a language specialist in any professional field. Being bilingual is a requirement in a range of professions that could benefit from using the ESL teacher skills test.

    The ESL teacher skills test could also be used in the hiring process for the following roles:

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How our test measures ESL teacher skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be an ESL teacher were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our ESL teacher test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

ESL Teacher Test FAQs

What makes an effective ESL teacher?

An ESL teacher is effective when they can confidently teach English to students who don’t understand the language. This may consist of using their first language or visual queues. Also, an ESL teacher should be patient and flexible to alternate plans as they go.

What other tests can I use to evaluate ESL teaching skills?

Depending on the language spoken by the students, the language tests and a range of soft skills tests such as communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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