Code of Ethics

CODE OF ETHICS

Updated in Oct 2014

Music Teachers’ Association of California (MTAC) was founded and incorporated in 1897 under the laws of the State of California to promote excellence in music education and the music teaching profession. The goals found in the MTAC’s Code of Ethics are not conditions of membership, but are ideals and aspirations for each MTAC member.

We, the members of the Music Teachers’ Association of California, shall aspire to:

Be a musical resource to our community, and encourage our students to be musically involved in their communities.
Encourage, guide, and develop the musical potential of each student, and treat every student with dignity and respect without discrimination.
Clearly communicate to students the expectations of our studios, and respect the personal privacy of students unless disclosure is required by law.
Respect the student’s right to obtain instruction from the teacher of his or her choice.
Accurately represent our professional qualifications and strive for continued professional development.
Respect the reputation and goodwill of colleagues and refrain from making false or malicious statements about colleagues.
Refrain from disclosing sensitive information about colleagues obtained in the course of professional service unless disclosure is required by law or serves a compelling professional purpose in accordance with state and federal laws and/or MTAC practices, policies, and procedures.