In-person test proctoring of online and written tests is offered at the Corona del Mar Branch Library by appointment only.

We offer appointments Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday-Saturday 12 to 5 p.m. We are closed on Sundays.

The Test Proctor fee is $24.00 per test (cash, charge, or check payable to Newport Beach Public Library) and is due at the time of the test.

What We Do

• Review test instructions.
• Prepare test materials.
• Provide a desk in the adult public study area.
• Verify test taker’s identity with a valid photo ID.
• Collect electronic devices, if needed.
• Monitor students from a distance.
• Monitor the exam time.
• Collect all test materials and return them on the test date to the school/organization per their instructions. The Library accommodates tests returned by email or USPS mail only.

Information

• Library staff proctor the test. No single staff member is assigned to proctor the exam.
• Library staff cannot guarantee constant supervision.
• There may be ambient noise as the Library is one large room with a children’s area. Test takers are welcome to bring non-electronic earplugs.
• Tests cannot exceed 4 hours or Library hours of operation.
• The student must arrange for all test materials to be sent to the Library and should email testproctoring@newportbeachca.gov to confirm that the Library has received the materials prior to the test.
• It is up to the test taker to know what is allowed on the test such as notes, books, and calculators. The test taker is responsible for bringing those items.
• Test takers using their own device should make sure that they can connect to the Library’s Wi-Fi and have the software needed for their test.
• Test takers using a Library laptop should be able to access test websites. Additional software or programs cannot be downloaded on Library laptops. There are no desktop computers available.
• We recommend that test takers make sure they can access their online platform and test prior to the test appointment.
• The Library is not responsible for unforeseen events such as: network or equipment failure, lost or delayed mail, or emergency Library closure.
• For tests returned by mail, the test taker must bring a stamped, pre-addressed envelope. Please contact your school, institution, organization, or USPS to figure out correct postage.
• If the test taker is late, we may not be able to administer the test. It is up to the test taker to cancel or reschedule the appointment.

To schedule a proctoring appointment, please complete the Test Proctoring Request form ten days prior to your first requested test date. Additional appointments for the same school/organization can be requested five days prior to your requested test date.

If you have questions, please contact the Corona del Mar Library staff at testproctoring@newportbeachca.gov or 949-644-3075.

Library staff will return your email or call within 3 days.