The Role of the TA
The Role of the Teacher-Assessor
Teacher-Assessors prepare, administer and assess each Medal.
On the day of the assessment Teacher-Assessors are responsible for:
- Setting up and operating the video equipment and making the introductory announcement
- Positioning the pupils
- Ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted sequence between the three sections of each Medal
- Administering the Option tests
- Completing the report forms and video log
- Despatching the video-recording(s) and supporting paperwork to ABRSM
In addition to performing the above tasks, a Teacher-Assessor may act as an accompanist in the candidate’s Solo. They may also contribute to the Ensemble section by taking a line in any of the trios and quartets, or by being a duet partner at Copper and Bronze levels. This kind of teacher support will often give a real confidence boost to pupils.