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Inspection visit

complaint

LEARNING TREE MONTESSORI OF ARCADIALicense 1980200891 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

During inspection on 06/03/2021, LPA observed Staff #4 alone in a classroom with eight children. LPA also observed Staff #8 alone in a classroom with seven children. File review confirmed that both Staff #4 and Staff #8 do not meet the qualifications of teachers, per Title 22 regulations. Director interview revealed that they were not aware of Staff #4 and Staff #8 not meeting the qualifications of lead teachers. Director states that she will have them moved to a different class. LPA discussed the Title 22 regulations for Teacher Qualifications with the Director. Based on LPAs observations, interviews conducted, and record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 Chapter 1 101216.1 Teacher Qualifications and Duties), are being cited on the attached deficiencies page.”) Please refer to 9099D for documentation of deficiencies. Exit interview was conducted with Director Victoria Garcia at 2:30pm, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agency’s Consultative Role. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – 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. REPORT ENDS PAGE 2 of 2

Citations

1 citation 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

    101216.1(c)(1) Teacher Qualifications and DutiesTo be a fully qualified teacher, a teacher shall have one of the following: (1) Twelve post-secondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview, and file review, licensee did not ensure that Staff #4 and Staff #8 had the appropriate amount of early childhood education units to be supervising classrooms on their own. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of children in care.

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What happened during the July 21, 2021 inspection of LEARNING TREE MONTESSORI OF ARCADIA?

This was a complaint inspection of LEARNING TREE MONTESSORI OF ARCADIA on July 21, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LEARNING TREE MONTESSORI OF ARCADIA on July 21, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101216.1(c)(1) Teacher Qualifications and DutiesTo be a fully qualified teacher, a teacher shall have one of the followi..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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