Incident investigation·June 1, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tran conducted a case management inspection to follow up on a self-report unusual incident that was submitted to Regional Licensing Office on 05/26/2023. It was reported by Mojgan Vasseghi, Director. According to Mrs. Vasseghi, the unusual incident occurred on 05/25/2023 when Staff #1 displayed aggressive behavior toward Child #1(C1). During today's inspection, a tour of the facility was conducted. There were 48 preschool children and 7 staff members in 3 different classrooms. A review of staff records on 06/01/2023 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances. During today's inspection, staff members were interviewed, and staff's and child's file were reviewed. During interview, Director stated the following: Staff #2 (S2) reported to Director that S2 witnessed S1 was conducting diaper change for C1 at approximately 2:30pm on 05/25/23 and C1 did not follow S1's directions. C1 was running away from S1. S1 got upset, took C1 to the side by the trash ca,n in the classrooom and spanked C1 on the right leg a couple of times causing C1 to cry. S2 immediately attended to C1 and no injury was observed, and S2 asked S1 about S1's action. S1 denied it. Director met with S1 to address concerns about S1's behavior on 05/25/23 at 3pm, and S1 continued to deny that S1 spanked C1. S1 was dismissed for the day at approximately 3:30pm, pending further investigation. On 05/26/23, Kindercare terminated S1's employment due to concern about S1's behavior. C1's guardian was informed of the incident. When interviewed, S2 also provided details of the incident, which was consistent with the report of the Director. During record review, there was document to support that Director informed C1's guardian of the incident and that S1 was terminated for employment with the facility. (Continue next page) (Page 2 of Report) Based on information gathered from LPA's interviews and records review, the facility had taken appropriate actions to address concerns and reported the incident timely, there is no evidence to support any violation of Title 22 regulations. No Title 22 deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Appeal Rights were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Mojgan Vasseghi. (End of Report)