Candidates for an exam supervisor position must meet several qualifications to obtain the job, including being accurate and attentive to details, having the ability to work under pressure and without a lot of supervision, and possessing good communication and organizational skills. It's also important that exam supervisors be reliable and trustworthy.
Exam supervisors must prepares the test room ahead of time. They should ensure there are no distractions in the room by turning off the bells and public address system, if possible. They may also be involved in room selection, especially if other activities are going on in the building that could cause distractions for test-takers. Before the exam begins, the supervisor must set the classroom in a way so students can't see each others' work.
The primary role of an exam supervisor is to monitor students taking an exam. This requires the supervisor to be present during the entire duration of the exam. In addition, as the exam begins, the supervisor must state how long the exam will last and what materials are permitted for the testing. While students are taking the test, the exam supervisor must keep an eye on their behavior to ensure cheating doesn't occur.
It's the responsibility of the exam supervisor to pass out and proctor the exam, and also make sure all exams, test booklets, or other materials are returned. The exam supervisor must be on the lookout for damage to any test as well as any student attempting to steal the test booklet. If students are caught cheating or attempting to leave with a test or test booklet, the exam supervisor must report this incident to the appropriate powers that be.