A Master's degree in TESL or English or an equivalent education is necessary, as is a minimum of 2 years of experience teaching ESL to adults. Knowledge of a second language and overseas work experience are highly desirable.
Payment is on a per item basis.
It was developed in 1979 by Educational Testing Service, and is now administered by the Chauncey Group International. Freelance item writers work from their own home or office, and submit item writing assignments to the Chauncey Group's main offices, which are located on the ETS campus outside Princeton, New Jersey. The writing sample should demonstrate your ability to write a prose passage and can be on any topic. Please do not submit writing samples longer than five pages. The deadline for receipt of applications is January 10, 2001.