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Inspection visit

Correction check

TSJN (MARIA'S MONTESSORI)License 1974182492 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham and Licensing Program Manager Raul Navarro conducted an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) Visit on 3/25/2025 at 2:10 PM. Upon arrival, LPA and LPM disclosed the purpose of the inspection and met with Director, Esme Moodley and Licensee Jiranjani Ranaweera, who guided the LPA and LPM on a tour of the facility. There were 47 preschooler's and 9 toddlers present being supervised by 7 staff during today\342\200\231s inspection. During the Required - 3 Year inspection conducted on 2/26/25, the following deficiencies were issued; Type B - 1597.16(a)(1)/ Lead Test. Type B - 1 101174(a)/ Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan. Type B - 101238.2(b)(1)/ Provide a shaded area. Type B - 1596.7995(a)(1)/ Proof of immunization's for staff. Type B - 101216(g)(1)/ Proof o f tuberculosis screening for staff. Type B - 101216.1(b)(1)/ Teacher qualifications. During today's inspection LPA observed the facility initiated the lead test. The inspector came to the facility 3/25/25 but was unable to gather the samples to complete the Lead test and will return on April 8th. Licensee provided LPA with a receipt that shows Licensee ordered a canopy for the yard to use as shade for the preschool play ground. LPA observed a TB clearance for all staff. The deficiencies listed above have been cleared. During todays inspection LPA observed 2 of 8 staff have proof of immunization's. Per director, they have not Page 1. completed the disaster and mass casualty plan. Out of 8 staff, 7 are teachers and 1 is an teacher assistant. 4 out of 7 teachers do not have any units, the toddler teacher has 9 units but is missing infant/ toddler units and the assistant is does not have any units. LPA talked to Director about having qualified teachers assist the current staff, per Director the teachers are enrolled in classes but they are not finished, LPA informed Director unless they have at least 6 units the staff can not be left alone with the children. LPA advised the Director and Licensee to hire staff that have the proper units. LPA provided Director with a copy of the regulation for Teacher qualifications and duties. The following deficiency listed on the attached deficiency page is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. The Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Esme Moodley, Director, appeal rights were provided. Page 2.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES

    (b) Prior to employment, a teacher shall meet the requirements of (b)(1) or (b)(2) below: (1) A teacher shall have completed, with passing grades, at least six postsecondary semester....This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observation and review of staff files. 4 out of 7 teachers do not have units. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to children in care.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    1.... a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:Based on LPA observations and record review 6 out of 8 staff do not have proof of the required immunization's. This poses an potential health and safety risk to children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the March 25, 2025 inspection of TSJN (MARIA'S MONTESSORI)?

This was an other inspection of TSJN (MARIA'S MONTESSORI) on March 25, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to TSJN (MARIA'S MONTESSORI) on March 25, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "(b) Prior to employment, a teacher shall meet the requirements of (b)(1) or (b)(2) below: (1) A teacher shall have comp..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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