California Code § 101212(b): Director Change Notification

❌ Common Mistakes

• Treating temporary or "acting" director assignments as exempt from reporting. Providers assume short-term coverage doesn't count, but inspectors document any mismatch between the director on file and the person actually running the center.
• Reporting the new director but forgetting to update the designated backup teachers. When the old director leaves and the backup becomes permanent, that backup slot is now empty and needs a new name submitted.
• Waiting until the new director's orientation is "complete" before notifying licensing. The 10-day window runs from the date of the actual change, not from when you feel the person is fully settled in.
• Sending the notification to the wrong office or using outdated contact information. Licensing restructures regional assignments periodically, and a report sent to the wrong analyst doesn't stop the clock.
• Assuming electronic submission means instant delivery. Email confirmations aren't automatic, so follow up with a phone call to verify licensing received your notification.