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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

CEJA, MARIA ISABELLicense 3544111251 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

At 9:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Liridon Fici (Doni) conducted an unannounced Required- 3 Year Inspection and was greeted by Licensee, Ceja, Maria Isabel and also informed her the purpose of today\342\200\231s visit. LPA gathered a census during visit. Licensee informed LPA that she has not had any children in care for the past two (2) months, and plans on placing her License on inactive status for the time being until she decides to re-open her day care. During today's visit, there were one (1) staff and zero (0) children present. Licensee stated that her, and her husband are the adults residing at the home; Licensee mentioned to LPA that she has four (4) minor children also resides in the home. All are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. Parents will enter from the garage of the house. The home has stairs going up to the second floor. Days and hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection. The Licensee\342\200\231s has a cell phone in the home. LPA observed sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children. The home is clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. The backyard is enclosed by a fence and is gated. Off-Limits inside the home include: Entire upstairs, kitchen, dinning room, and laundry room. Licensee stated there are no off limits to the backyard. Page 1 of 4. LPA did not observe any bodies of water during inspection. There is a designated area located in the living room of the home is where child(ren) can be isolated if exhibiting any signs of illness until the child's parent(s) pick them up. LPA reviewed Fire/Disaster drill log during today's inspection was conducted on 5/12/2025. Licensee provides breakfast and lunch, along with snacks for the children. Licensee stated she allow outside food /drinks to be brought into the day care for that children. LPA advised to make sure all children's items have their names labeled on them. LPA observed a first aid kit in the day care. Staff stated that nobody smokes, and she understands that smoking is prohibited in the day care. LPA observed a fully charged 3A4BC fire extinguisher, with working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The Licensee stated that there are no weapons in the home. All detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other similar items are stored inaccessible to children. LPA reviewed five (5) children's file and observed that parent's rights forms, immunization records forms, consents for emergency medical treatment forms, and Identification forms are in each file. Licensee file was reviewed for the following records: Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza (or statement declining influenza). Licensee has a current Mandated Reporter Training and was conducted on 7/17/2023 . Licensee has current Pediatric CPR/FIRST AID that was conducted on 3/22/2025 . LPA informed Licensee that Mandated reporting and First aid/CPR is mandatory, and should be renewed every 2 years. I ncidental Medical services (IMS) policy was discussed. Licensee does not handle any medications. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417 and PIN 22-02-CCP . When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided. US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800)514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Licensee stated she currently does not have children need IMS. Page 2 of 4. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. LPA reminded Licensee about Individualized Infant sleep plan (Lic9227) and 15-minute sleep logs that should be conducted from 0 months to 12 months (1 year). After the child turns 1 years old, only 15- minute sleep logs shall be conducted until the child is 2 years old. Supervision of children was discussed with licensee, and she understands that she must be present in the home during day care hours and ensure that the children are always supervised. Licensee understands her capacity options and she understand that she cannot have more than 14 children in the home at any time. Licensee understands if she transports children via vehicle, children cannot be left in parked vehicles unattended at any time. LPA encouraged the Licensee to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. The Licensee can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list for the updates. LPA discussed the requirements of AB 633 with the Licensee and understands the AB 633 fact sheet/copy of Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224). LPA discussed "zero tolerance" related regulations and advised that the assessment of an immediate $500 per day civil penalty for any violation of a "zero tolerance" related regulation. An ongoing civil penalty of $100 per day continues until the violation(s) is corrected. The licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. page 3 of 4. The following type B deficiency was cited on the attached page (809-D). Licensee was informed that failure to correct the deficiency by the specified Plan of Correction (POC) Due Date may result in assessment of civil penalties in the amount of $100 per day per violation until the correction is made. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days . Exit interview conducted with Licensee, and a copy of this review was reviewed and provided along with appeal rights. Page 4 of 4.

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.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on bservation) and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not maintaining her mandate report training which expired on 7/17/2025 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 4, 2025 inspection of CEJA, MARIA ISABEL?

This was a inspection inspection of CEJA, MARIA ISABEL on September 4, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CEJA, MARIA ISABEL on September 4, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on bservation) and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not maintaining her ..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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