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Inspection visit

complaint

CORTE MADERA MONTESSORILicense 2130022801 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On June 27, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Nathan Garcia conducted an unannounced conclusionary complaint visit and met with administrator, Julie Johnson, later joined by executive director, Daniel Sapien to discuss the above allegations. Purpose of the inspection was explained. Present in the facility were 3 staff members supervising 14 children. During the course of the investigation, interviews were conducted, observations were made, and pertinent documentation were reviewed. LPA has determined that the allegation of "Unqualified staff are allowed to provide care and supervision to daycare children" are SUBSTANTIATED, meaning the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. LIC 9099D is on the next page for the deficiency. LPA conducted exit interview with Executive Director, Daniel Sapien. Report and Notice of Site Visit was provided. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days.

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 Duties(1) Twelve post-secondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, records review and pertinent documents received, the facility did not comply with the section cited above. The director failed verify the the qualifications of staff members which poses an potential health and healthy risk for children in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the June 27, 2024 inspection of CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI?

This was a complaint inspection of CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI on June 27, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI on June 27, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101216.1(c)(1) Teacher Qualifications and Duties(1) Twelve post-secondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early..."

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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