In an increasingly digital educational landscape, the role of English teachers is evolving, demanding a new set of competencies that integrate pedagogical knowledge with digital literacy and technological proficiency. Despite this shift, there remains a lack of standardized and validated indicators that define the essential competencies for English teachers in the digital age. This study addresses this gap by developing and validating a comprehensive set of competency indicators tailored to English language teaching in digitally mediated environments.

The objective of the research was to identify, construct, and empirically validate key competency indicators that reflect the skills, knowledge, and attitudes required of English teachers to effectively teach and engage students using digital tools and platforms. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, beginning with a systematic literature review and expert consultations to generate initial competency indicators. These indicators were then refined through the Delphi technique involving panels of experts in English education and educational technology. A final set of indicators was validated through exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses using data collected from a large sample of in-service English teachers across various educational levels.

The results revealed a robust framework comprising five core competency domains: (1) Pedagogical and Content Knowledge, (2) Digital Literacy and ICT Integration, (3) Assessment and Feedback in Digital Environments, (4) Learner-Centered Communication and Engagement, and (5) Professional Growth and Ethical Use of Technology. Each domain demonstrated strong validity and reliability, indicating their relevance and applicability in real-world teaching contexts.

The study concludes that these validated indicators provide a practical foundation for teacher training programs, policy development, and performance evaluation in the digital age. Implementing such a framework can help ensure that English teachers are well-equipped to meet the demands of 21st-century learning environments and foster more effective, engaging, and inclusive digital education.