complaint·March 6, 2024

On March 6, 2024, at 10:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dayna Chambers conducted an unannounced complaint inspection to investigate the above allegation. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Angeles Orozco. At 10:30AM, LPA toured the facility with Site Supervisor, Angeles Orozco. Upon Arrival, LPA observed in RM#1 – Preschool: 8 children with 2 staff, and RM#2: Toddler Component: 3 children, and 1 staff. There was a total of 11 children and 4 staff. During today’s investigation, LPA obtained the LIC9040 children's roster and conducted interviews. The center has surveillance video which was observed by the Site Supervisor and Director on 02/22/24. The allegation was substantiated by the Director and Site Supervisor. The video showed Staff #1 violating Child #1’s personal rights. The Director and Site Supervisor self-reported to childcare licensing department. Conducted appropriate internal investigation. Staff#1 was immediately removed from the childcare center and blocked from ever obtaining employmet at the center. Through interviews and evidence collected, The “preponderance of the evidence” standard has been met. the above allegation is substantiated. Exit interview was conducted with Angeles Orozco, Site Supervisor. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to do so will result in a $100.00 civil penalty.