IELTS Invigilator

Role: IELTS Invigilator

Reports to: IELTS Administrator

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Compensation:

Description:

ELS Philadelphia IELTS Testing Centre is seeking dependable, customer-focused, and highly professional Exams Invigilators/Proctors to join our team in delivering tests at ELS Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, detail-orientated, and capable of working in a fast-paced testing environment. We are currently looking for candidates who are available on Saturdays and Sundays. Invigilators are proctors who invigilate the test, and may also assist with checking candidate ID, checking in candidate belongings and escorting candidates to the restroom while the test is in progress. They work on the weekends and ensure the smooth and secure delivery of the test.

*Hours of work may be 5-7.5 shifts starting as early as 7:00 AM on the test day, which is typically Saturday or Sunday.

Job Duties:

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

Setting up test rooms and equipment at the venue as required

Checking in and out test taker's personal belongings

Checking in test-takers using IELTS and other high-stakes testing processes

Administering and invigilating tests

Cleaning up after tests

Lifting and pushing/pulling bins that weigh up to 30lbs

Other duties as assigned

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes:

Awareness of and experience with high-stakes testing, including IELTS and CELPIP is an asset

Saturday/Sunday availability is a MUST

Superior customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, punctuality, and professionalism

Ability to work under examination conditions with respect for confidentiality and secure information

Effective oral and written communication skills

Customer service experience is an asset

Proven accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work as a part of a team or alone as required

Able to accurately follow predetermined instructions

Reliability and punctuality are essential

Available to work outside of normal business hours and comfortable spending long periods of time pacing, standing, or sitting

Compensation and benefits

The hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off/Leave (Sick Leave)

Contact Information:

While we thank all applicants, only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.

About ELS

Since 1961, when ELS Educational Services opened its first school in Washington DC, ELS has developed a global reputation for delivering top-quality English language programs. ELS now has the most extensive network of on-campus English language programs and University partners, across the USA.

About ILSC Education Group

In early 2022, ILSC Education Group joined forces with ELS Educational Services, bringing together over 100 years of combined experience delivering life-changing learning experiences to international students.

A world leader in language education & vocational training, ILSC Education Group, which opened its first language school in Vancouver, Canada in 1991 and Greystone College in 2002, offers life-changing educational experiences in Canada, Australia, Ireland and India, some of the world’s most attractive and popular English-speaking work and study destinations. Since opening its first school in Vancouver, BC, Canada, ILSC has become a world leader in language and career training and has grown to include 10 incredible locations around the world, in Vancouver, Toronto and Montréal, Canada; New Delhi, India; and Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth, Australia; and Dublin, Ireland; as well as two online language schools, ILSC HELLO and ILSC ALLO. In 2025, ILSC Education Group launched Greystone Institute, a new Higher Education provider in Brisbane.

Our mission is to provide our global community with transformative learning, living and work experiences by offering the finest language, career and higher education programs.

Our Core Values

PASSION: To enrich & transform people’s lives

INNOVATION: To evolve through creativity & diversity.

RESPECT: To treat everyone with compassion & dignity.

COLLABORATION: To build community & achieve more together

INTEGRITY: To act responsibly & ethically in everything we do

ELS, ILSC and Greystone College are committed to providing a barrier-free environment and are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity employers. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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