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Home › NM › Las Cruces › The Children's Garden Child Development Center II
650 S Valley Drive, Las Cruces NM 88005 · License #4000232 · Center · Licensed Center
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8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 13 children's records reviewed, 2 is/are missing the date the child first attended the center. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information and/or authorization. IMMEDIATE: ***CORRECTED ON SITE*** Director added the enrollment dates to the files during inspection. PREVENTATIVE: Director or Assistant Director will continue reviewing children's file for completion after enrollment. 12/11/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 7 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Admin/Licensure (continued) MONITORING: Director and Assistant Director will conduct quarterly file audits. 8.9.4.22.E.:Children's Records: A center shall maintain a complete record for each child, including drop-ins, completed before the child is admitted. Records shall be kept at the center for 12 months after the child’s last day of attendance. Records shall contain at least: Finding Of the 13 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing information on allergies or medical conditions. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan IMMEDIATE: Director will have parent complete this during pick up today. PREVENTATIVE: Director or Assistant Director will continue reviewing children's file for completion after enrollment. MONITORING: Director and Assistant Director will conduct quarterly file audits.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 1 out of 3 staff records does/do not include a signed confidentiality form. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff who need to complete a signed confidentiality form. Employee wrote name, but did not sign form. IMMEDIATE: Director will have staff sign the form during her next workday. PREVENTATIVE: Director will review staff file for new employees once they arrive at the center. MONITORING: Director and Assistant Director will conduct file audits twice a year.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING
The diaper changing surface is not waterproof. IMMEDIATE: ***CORRECTED ON SITE*** Director replaced changing mat during inspection. PREVENTATIVE: Director will remind educators to let her or Assistant Director know when changing mats need replaced. MONITORING: Director or Assistant Director will check changing mats daily to ensure they are in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS
A leftover is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated. Sugar. IMMEDIATE: ***CORRECTED ON SITE*** Cook dated this during the inspection. PREVENTATIVE: Director will remind kitchen staff of necessity of dating food items when they are opened. MONITORING: Director or Assistant Director will conduct spot checks weekly to ensure opened items are dated. 8.9.4.25.D.6.:A center’s refrigerators and separate freezers shall have working internal thermometers and keep food requiring refrigeration, including formula, at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and frozen food at zero degrees Fahrenheit or below. Finding The freezer in the kitchen does not keep frozen food at 0 degrees (Fahrenheit) or below. Corrective Action Plan IMMEDIATE: Director will put in a maintenance request today. PREVENTATIVE: Director will request Food Program Coordinator to hold a small refresher training with the kitchen staff regarding their daily temperature checks. MONITORING: Director will spot check temperatures weekly.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by water stains. Water stains are in a light shielding. IMMEDIATE: Director will put in a maintenance request today. PREVENTATIVE: Director will have educators check the ceiling tiles and light shielding once a month and report any issues to her. MONITORING: Director will do a quarterly walkthrough of the center to check the ceiling. Admin/Licensure 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center shall keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises shall be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The emergency lighting and fire alarms has a heavy accumulation of dust. Corrective Action Plan IMMEDIATE: Director will request janitorial staff clean these today. PREVENTATIVE: Director will have educators check these once a month and report any issues to her. MONITORING: Director will do a quarterly walkthrough of the center.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · H SAFETY COMPLIANCE
The center failed to conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of September. IMMEDIATE: Director will determine when to hold the fire drill for December by the end of the week. 12/11/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 6 of 7 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Admin/Licensure (continued) PREVENTATIVE: Director will set a calendar reminder to schedule fire drills monthly. MONITORING: Director will have Assistant Director check logs prior to the end of the month to ensure drills are being done.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 5 out of 16 staff does/do not have documentation of the 3 credit ECE or an approved equivalent within 12 months of employment. - "Developmental Milestones" Immediate: Director will have staff complete the training on Quorum/Teaching Strategies to be in compliance. Preventative/Monitoring: Director will assure that upon hire, if staff do not have an ECED course that they will be assigned the training on Quorum/Teaching Strategies.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. *Temp was 114 degrees Immediate: Director called HR and maintenance will come to the center today to adjust the water heater. 06/27/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 6 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Infant Classroom (continued) Preventative/Monitoring: Director will assure that maintenance keeps the water heater at a lower temperature to prevent another citation.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · F EXITS AND WINDOWS
Exits are not marked with signs having letters at least six inches high and 3/4 inch wide in the Mixed PreK I classroom(s). Immediate: Director corrected on site by labeling the exits that were not marked. Preventative/Monitoring: Director will check quarterly to assure that all classrooms have their exits marked. Mixed PreK II 8.9.4.29.F.2.a.:All exits must be marked, including fire exits, by signs having letters at least six inches high whose principal strokes are at least three-fourths of an inch wide. Finding Exits are not marked with signs having letters at least six inches high and 3/4 inch wide in the Mixed PreK II classroom(s). Corrective Action Plan Immediate: Director corrected on site by labeling the exits that were not marked. Preventative/Monitoring: Director will check quarterly to assure that all classrooms have their exits marked.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · H SAFETY COMPLIANCE
The center does not have verification of an annual fire inspection from the fire authority having jurisdiction. 06/27/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 6 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Admin/Licensure (continued) *Fire Inspection is posted but expired. Immediate: Director called HR to follow up; an inspection was completed 1/2025 but no report was emailed. Preventative/Monitoring: Director will assure that after each inspection; she follows up with HR for the report.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE
Guidance being used by staff in the 2 yr. old, 3 yr. old class room(s) is not appropriate as evidenced by harsh tones being used when talking to children and saying inappropriate things to them, such as "that's disgusting," when a child has an accident.. Director is going to terminate employment immediately. Director has addressed this issue with the educator previously and the educator has been reprimanded for this as well. Director will do frequent in class observations and on camera observations as well to ensure there are no concerns moving forward. Director will submit termination paperwork upon completion 8.9.4.24 A1 GUIDANCE N/A 8.9.4.24 B NAPS OR REST PERIOD N/A 8.9.4.24 D DIAPERING AND TOILETING N/A 8.9.4.24 E ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS N/A 8.9.4.24 F ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NIGHT CARE N/A 8.9.4.24 G PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT N/A 8.9.4.24 H SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL RESPONSIVE ENVIRONMENT N/A 8.9.4.24 I EQUIPMENT AND PROGRAM N/A 8.9.4.24 L FIELD TRIPS N/A Food Service Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.25 B3 MEALS AND SNACKS N/A 8.9.4.25 C MENUS N/A 8.9.4.25 E MEAL TIMES N/A Health and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.26 A HYGIENE N/A 8.9.4.26 B FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS N/A 8.9.4.26 C MEDICATION N/A Illness Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.27 A-E ILLNESS REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS N/A Transportation Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.28 A-J TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS N/A 03/31/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 4 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.29 A HOUSEKEEPING N/A 8.9.4.29 B PEST CONTROL N/A 8.9.4.29 C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS N/A 8.9.4.29 D WATER AND WASTE N/A 8.9.4.29 E LIGHTING, LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL N/A 8.9.4.29 F EXITS AND WINDOWS N/A 8.9.4.29 G TOILET AND BATHING FACILITIES N/A 8.9.4.29 H SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 8.9.4.29 H3 (F)(I)(J)(K)(L) SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 8.9.4.29 I SMOKING, FIREARMS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, ILLEGAL DRUGS AND CONTROLLED N/A SUBSTANCES 8.9.4.29 J PETS N/A Additional Comments This survey is in reference to a substantiated complaint. Signatures Please Note: Per ECECD regulation NMAC 8.9.4, failure to comply with the corrective action plans noted above, may result in further action taken against the licensee. Surveyor: Shannon Mikesell Facility Representative: Garcia, Lysandra L 03/31/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 4
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · H SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL RESPONSIVE ENVIRONMENT
Educators in the School Age class room(s) are not actively engaged with children when educators were observed on video during an investigation, not engaging with children. Educator was seen at the class room door several times in the video, speaking with the educator in the class next door.. Director has already submitted written warning signed by the educator. Director has also assigned a training for the educator and certificate will be submitted to licensing upon completion. School Age Classroom #2 8.9.4.24.H.2.:Educators are actively engaged with children. Educators talk, actively listen and respond to children appropriately by responding to children's questions and acknowledging their comments, concerns, emotions and feelings. Finding Educators in the School Age class room(s) are not actively engaged with children when educators were observed on video during an investigation, not engaging with children. Educator was seen at the classroom door several times in the video, speaking with the educator in the class next door. Educator was also observed sitting at the table doing paperwork and not engaging with the children in the class. Corrective Action Plan Director has already submitted written warning signed by the educator. Director has also assigned a training for the educator and certificate will be submitted to licensing upon completion. 8.9.4.24 I EQUIPMENT AND PROGRAM N/A 8.9.4.24 L FIELD TRIPS N/A Food Service Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.25 B3 MEALS AND SNACKS N/A 8.9.4.25 C MENUS N/A 8.9.4.25 E MEAL TIMES N/A 01/14/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 4 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Health and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.26 B FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS N/A 8.9.4.26 C MEDICATION N/A Illness Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.27 A-E ILLNESS REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS N/A Transportation Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.28 A-J TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS N/A Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.29 A HOUSEKEEPING N/A 8.9.4.29 B PEST CONTROL N/A 8.9.4.29 C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS N/A 8.9.4.29 D WATER AND WASTE N/A 8.9.4.29 E LIGHTING, LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL N/A 8.9.4.29 F EXITS AND WINDOWS N/A 8.9.4.29 G TOILET AND BATHING FACILITIES N/A 8.9.4.29 H SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 8.9.4.29 H3 (F)(I)(J)(K)(L) SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 8.9.4.29 I SMOKING, FIREARMS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, ILLEGAL DRUGS AND CONTROLLED N/A SUBSTANCES 8.9.4.29 J PETS N/A Additional Comments This survey is an amended survey for the one on 1/13/25 titled as "other." The deficiency found while conducting the complaint investigation was determined to fall under part of the complaint filed therefore, the complaint will be partially substantiated. It was originally indicated as a deficiency not pertaining to the complaint in error. Signatures Please Note: Per ECECD regulation NMAC 8.9.4, failure to comply with the corrective action plans noted above, may result in further action taken against the licensee. Surveyor: Shannon Mikesell Facility Representative: Garcia, Lysandra L 01/14/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 4
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · H SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL RESPONSIVE ENVIRONMENT
Educators in the School Age class room(s) are not actively engaged with children when educators were observed on video during an investigation, not engaging with the children. Educators were sitting at the table in the class not engaging with the children or going to the door of class and speaking with the educators in the class next door. Director has reprimanded the educators and assigned a training for further education. Certificates will be submitted to licensing upon completion. School Age Classroom #2 8.9.4.24.H.2.:Educators are actively engaged with children. Educators talk, actively listen and respond to children appropriately by responding to children's questions and acknowledging their comments, concerns, emotions and feelings. Finding Educators in the School Age class room(s) are not actively engaged with children when educators were observed on video during an investigation not engaging with children. Educators were observed going to the class room door and speaking with educators in the class next door.. Corrective Action Plan Director has reprimanded the educators and is assigning training for further education. Certificates will be submitted upon completion.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 10 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing information on allergies or medical conditions. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. ****CORRECTED ON SITE*** Mother provided the information to director while compliance officer was still at the center. 12/11/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 6 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Admin/Licensure (continued) 8.9.4.22.E.:CHILDREN’S RECORDS: A center will maintain a complete record for each child, including drop-ins, completed before the child is admitted. Records will be kept at the center for 12 months after the child’s last day of attendance. Records will contain at least: Finding Of the 10 children's records reviewed, 3 is/are missing the name and telephone number of a physician or emergency medical center authorized by a parent or guardian to contact in case of illness or emergency. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan The director will request the doctor's phone numbers for the doctor listed in the children's files.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
In the absence of the director, the center does not have a notice posted naming the person designated to be in charge. ****CORRECTED ON SITE*** The director posted "Person in charge when director is out."
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING
The diaper changing surface in the Toddler - (12 - 24 mo.) class room(s) is not waterproof. The director will replace the changing mat for one that is water proof.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS
A food is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated. (Biscuits and pretzels) ****CORRECTED ON SITE*** The cook dated the food that was not dated before the compliance officer was still at the center.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. The director will put in a maintenance request to have the water temperature lowered.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · H SAFETY COMPLIANCE
The center does not have verification of an annual fire inspection from the fire authority having jurisdiction. The director states the center has sent in a request for an annual fire inspection from the fire authority. The director will reach out again to the fire marshal. 12/11/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 6 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 4 out of 12 staff records does/do not include the required Form I-9. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff missing the form. The Director states these forms are kept at a central location. The Director has requested documents from the person in charge. 07/23/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: CPR Training. Per Director, the educator has completed the training and is having a hard time getting a hold of the person in charge to obtain her card. Services and Care of Children in Centers:
Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.28 · A-H TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS
The vehicle used for transporting children is not properly maintained. ***dead battery** The Center has replaced battery for the van, the director will get receipt from the maintenance department. Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers:
Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 12 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing a document giving the center permission to transport the child in a medical emergency and authorization for medical treatment signed by a parent or guardian. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Director will ensure that files are up to date and will ensure all forms are filled out completely. 06/14/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 6 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 4 out of 12 staff records does/do not include the required Form I-9. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff missing the form. The Director will ensure that documents are placed in file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: CPR Training Director states the staff has taken the CPR training but have not gotten a certificate yet. The Director will speak to the person in charge to obtain it. 8.9.4.23.B.2.b.:All new educators regardless of the number of hours per week will complete the following training within three (3) months of their date of hire. All current educators will have three months to comply with the following training from the date these regulations are promulgated: Finding Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: Health and Safety Training ***COVID*** Corrective Action Plan Educator is in the process of completing the training. 06/14/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 6 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS
A drink is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated. ****CORRECTED ON SITE****
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.28 · A-H TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS
A vehicle used for transporting children is not equipped with a blanket. ****CORRECTED ON SITE**** 8.9.4.28.C.:Vehicles used for transporting children will be enclosed and properly maintained. Vehicles shall be cleaned and inspected inside and out. Finding The vehicle used for transporting children is not properly maintained. ***Dead battery** Corrective Action Plan The Director will submit an order to have the van checked and replace battery. Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers:
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · F EXITS AND WINDOWS
Exit ways are obstructed and do not permit free egress from inside the center to the outside in the School Age classroom(s). ***CORRECTED ON SITE****
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · H3 (F)(I)(J)(K)(L) SAFETY COMPLIANCE
An evacuation plan is not posted in the School Age classroom(s) used by children. ***CORRECTED ON SITE****
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
The staff for the Preschool classroom(s) was not Available, Responsive as evidenced by the educator is caught on video footage constantly distracted using her smart watch and earpiece on several occasions. The Director will ensure that phones are turned in prior to clocking in for the day. Disciplinary action will take place if staff fails to turn in their phones. ***CORRECTED ON SITE*** 8.9.4.23.A.2.:All educators will demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the health, safety and welfare of children in care. Finding The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care. Corrective Action Plan The Director will ensure that phones are turned in prior to clocking in for the day. Disciplinary action will take place if staff fails to turn in their phones. ***CORRECTED ON SITE****
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 1 out of 1 staff records does/do not include results of the performance evaluation. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff who need documentation of a performance evaluation. The Director will audit the staff files periodically to ensure that they are up to date. 04/24/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
In the Preschool classroom the group sizing, staffing/child ratio was exceeded when the educator is on her smart watch/earpiece and walks out of the classroom without notifying the other educator. The Director will ensure that the Educators notify the Director or existing Director when leaving the classroom. The Director will go over the responsibilities at the staff meeting.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · H SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL RESPONSIVE ENVIRONMENT
Educators in the Preschool 04/24/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 5 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Preschool Classroom (continued) classroom failed to talk, actively listen, and respond appropriately to children when educator is on her smart watch/earpiece on a call and walks out of the classroom without notifying the other educator. The Director will review policy with the staff and will have staff sign an acknowledgement 8.9.4.24.H.2.:Educators are actively engaged with children. Educators talk, actively listen and respond to children appropriately by responding to children's questions and acknowledging their comments, concerns, emotions and feelings. Finding Educators in the Preschool classroom are not actively engaged with children when she is constantly on her smart watch and headphones and is not fully engaged with the children. Corrective Action Plan The Director will create a check in and out list for the staffs cellular/ smart watch devices.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care. The Director will create a check in and out list for the staffs cellular/ smart watch devices. 04/10/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 4 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Personnel (continued) 8.9.4.23.A.9.:A program will maintain staff/child ratios and group sizes at all times based on the youngest child present in the group. Children must never be left unattended whether inside or outside the facility. Staff will be onsite, available and responsive to children during all hours of operation. All educators shall perform headcounts at regular intervals throughout the day. Finding The staff for the Preschool class room(s) was not Available, Responsive as evidenced by the educator is caught on video footage constantly distracted using her smart watch and earpiece on several occasions. . Corrective Action Plan The Director will review policy with the staff and will have staff sign an acknowledgement.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: Health and Safety Training. One educator has not completed the required training by the due date. Educator has enrolled and is in the process to finish the training. Director will ensure trainings are completed within the required time.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The furniture, equipment are not in good repair as evidenced by waterproof changing mat has a big hole in it. . *****CORRECTED ON SITE*******
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.12 · A, K, M LICENSING ACTIONS AND ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS
AMENDED: Re: Survey dated 09/18/2023. The licensing department may initiate negative licensing action based on violations of regulations that place the health, safety or welfare of children at risk, discovery of repeat violations or failure to correct deficiencies. AMENDED: Re: Survey dated 09/18/2023 The center will be placed on a Corrective Action Plan for 6 months from the delivery of this amended survey. In addition to the Corrective action plan, the center will be served a Monetary Sanction. The center was cited on 09/18/2023 and given 10 business days to submit the corrective action plan. The corrective action was received by licensing authority on 09/28/2023 from the center director. 1. Mandatory Staff Training was scheduled for all center staff on 10/03/2023 on Childcare Licensing Requirements and to review the Center's Employee Handbook. 2. Staff will be scheduled a training on proper name to face head counts for all transitions. 3. Playground awareness will be emphasized on staff positioning and completing a visual sweep of the playground before moving inside the building. 4. The center has implemented a head count chart that will be completed by the classroom educators and collected for licensing review for 6 months from today. Surveys for Child Care Facilities:
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
AMENDED: Re: Survey dated 09/18/2023 The child(ren) in the 3 yr. old classroom(s) was/were left unattended when his class went inside from the playground, and he was not accounted for by the educators. After reviewing the video footage of the incident, the child was left unattended for an undetermined amount of time of 60 to 70 seconds. AMENDED: Re: Survey dated 09/18/2023 The center was cited on 09/18/2023 and given 10 business days to submit the corrective action plan. The corrective action was received by licensing on 09/28/2023 from the center director. 1. Mandatory Staff Training was scheduled for all center staff on 10/03/2023 on Childcare Licensing Requirements and to review the Center's Employee Handbook. 2. Staff will be scheduled a training on proper name to face head counts for all transitions. 3. Playground awareness will be emphasized on staff positioning and completing a visual sweep of the playground before moving inside the building. 4. The center has implemented a head count chart that will be completed by the classroom educators and collected for licensing review for 6 months from today. 8.9.4.23.A.2.:All educators will demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the health, safety and welfare of children in care. Finding AMENDED: Re: Survey dated 09/18/2023 The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the welfare, health, safety of children in care. Two educators failed to conduct name to face head counts on a transition which led to an unattended child incident on 09/14/2023. Corrective Action Plan AMENDED: Re: Survey dated 09/18/2023 The center was cited on 09/18/2023 and given 10 business days to submit the corrective action plan. The corrective action was received by licensing on 09/28/2023 from the center director. 1. Mandatory Staff Training was scheduled for all center staff on 10/03/2023 on Childcare Licensing Requirements and to review the Center's Employee Handbook. 2. Staff will be scheduled a training on proper name to face head counts for all transitions. 3. Playground awareness will be emphasized on staff positioning and completing a visual sweep of the playground before moving inside the building. 4. The center has implemented a head count chart that will be completed by the classroom educators and collected for licensing review for 6 months from today. 10/12/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 6 The Children's Garden Child Development Center II 4000232 Personnel and Staffing Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
The child(ren) in the 3 yr. old classroom(s) was/were left unattended when his class went inside from the playground, and he was not accounted for by the educators. The child was left unattended for approximately 48 seconds when he was noticed by a third educator. The center director will have 10 business days to submit a corrective action plan for the incident. 8.9.4.23.A.2.:All educators will demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the health, safety and welfare of children in care. Finding The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the welfare, health, safety of children in care. 2 educators failed to conduct name to face head counts on a transition which led to an unattended child incident. Corrective Action Plan The center director has 10 business days to submit a corrective action plan for this incident.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.