• Type A

  101216.3(b)(1) · 101216.3(b)(1)Teacher-Child Ratio - The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance. 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).An aide assisting a fully qualified teacher (as specified in Section 101216.1(c)) in the supervision of up to 18 preschool-age children, pursuant to Section 101216.3 shall meet the following requirements:(1) Completion of six postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development The licensee and director will ensure that the staff are operating within proper ratios at all times. The licensee will submit a plan of correction to the Department by 9/11/23 and terminate additional children to bring the capacity into compliance. The licensee will meet with the staff regarding proper ratios and toddler capacity. This was evidence by LPA reviewed the staff records and observed Staff #1 with only one Child Development class in the file. Two classes are required when there are over 15 children in the classroom. This is an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.

Disposition: Substantiated