Follow-up on corrections·April 18, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Roxana Lopez and Saul Valenzuela conducted a Case Management Deficiencies visit on this date to address deficiencies revealed during a Case Management Lead Inspection. Census was taken. LPA's initially arrived at the facility at 9:40 am and were taken to the classroom by the office manager- who stated that teacher was on break. When LPA's arrived to the playground they observed 1 Teacher- Aide out of ratio with 14 children and no qualified teacher present. This is an immediate risk for the health and safety of children. Teacher, walked into the classroom and informed LPA's that they still had 5 minutes left on their break. LPA's advised that a fully qualified teacher had to present when taking her break. Per teacher, they have shared that concern but do not have extra support. At 10:20 am LPA's met Principal Ruth Kim, Per Principal, they have 2 adults for 14 children- and was not sure if they are a Title 5 school. Principal stated that when teacher goes on break the Pals teacher (classroom next door) should have the door open and Teacher will supervised from there. LPA's advised that children have to be directly supervised by a fully qualify teacher. During inspection LPA's advised Principal to submit a complete packet with their qualifications to the department including orientation and updated LIC 308. Based on LPA observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health and safety- ------------------------------------------------ pg. 1 of 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------- LPA Roxana Lopez informed Facility Representative Ruth Kim that this report dated 4/18/2024 document(s) 1 Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Roxana Lopez informed the Licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 4/18/2024 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative Ruth Kim --------------------------------------------------------- pg. 2 of 2 -------------------------------------------------------.