what is a proctor

A proctor is a person who oversees or monitors an exam or test to ensure academic integrity guidelines are followed. They are responsible for verifying a students identity, checking for prohibited materials, and ensuring that the exam is conducted in a suitable environment. Proctors can be affiliated with a college, school, library, or educational testing facility. In some cases, proctors can be any teacher or staff member at a university, secondary school, or even elementary school. However, relatives, direct supervisors, co-workers, or anyone the student has a personal relationship with are not qualified proctors. Proctors can also be university officials in certain universities. To become a proctor, one does not need a specialized degree, but some institutions may require prior job experience as an educator, librarian, military officer, or counselor.