101216.3(b)(1) · (b) The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance. (1) A ratio of one fully qualified teacher (as specified in Section 101216.1(c) and one aide for every 18 children in attendance in a preschool program is allowed when the aide meets the qualifications specified in Section 101216.2(d)

Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation and interview, the facilitiy did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 2 staff were on their cellphone for five minutes during outdoor play time, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 10/29/2024