Freelance Item Writer (English Language Assessment), Assessment Services

Posted Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM About Us: Prometric is a leading provider of technology-enabled testing and assessment solutions to many of the world’s most recognized licensing and certification organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies. We support more than 7 million test takers annually at our testing locations in 180 countries around the world. With over three decades of experience working with clients of all sizes across a multitude of industry sectors, our mission is to design and deliver the highest quality and most innovative testing solutions anytime, anywhere. Job Description External Job Title: Freelance Item Writer (English Language Assessment), Assessment Services Location: Remote Reports to: Content Development Manager Summary Freelance Item Writers work with the Content Development team within the Assessment Services department. Item Writers play a critical role in the development of content for English language assessments, which provide evidence of English proficiency for academic admissions and government immigration programs. Item Writers work on a piece rate basis rather than hourly and report to the Content Development Manager. Main Duties Authoring unique passages and test items for English language assessments Completing item writing training packages prior to commencing work Attending remote training sessions and ongoing training activities as needed Reviewing and editing passages and items according to guidelines and feedback Attending and actively participating in online item review workshops Following test specifications and item writing best practices Adhering to test security protocol and safeguarding confidentiality Meeting content deadlines and managing assignment workload Communicating effectively with the Content Development team Working from a secure and private work location within Canada Qualifications An undergraduate or higher degree in English, Linguistics, Education, TESL, or related discipline Exceptional English writing and editing skills and ability to apply feedback Ability to author, review, and edit English language assessment content across a range of subject areas and difficulty levels ESL/EFL teaching and/or curriculum development experience Knowledge of the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and/or the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) is an asset TESL/TESOL/CELTA certification is an asset Item writing experience is preferred but not required Canadian citizenship, Canadian permanent residency, or a valid Canadian work permit Start Date TBD Hourly Rate Piece rates per assignment (based on $50 CAD hourly rate) Employment Type Casual, freelance Hours of Work According to content needs and item writer availability Location Home or a secure and private location in Canada The application process will include a screening task followed by online interviews for shortlisted candidates. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position. However, only candidates selected for the screening task will be contacted. Prometric is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.