Kindercare Learning Center 301166

“Allegations the child was not being actively supervised while in care. The classroom teacher was not aware of what children were doing at all times or positioning themselves to supervise all areas accessible to children.”

The state’s description of the complaint

Supervising children

WAC 110-300-0345(3) · Short Term

110-300-0345(3) Based on the information obtained through interviews and observations, it is most likely the WAC was violated. It was stated the staff did not actively supervise the child by maintaining awareness of their location at all times. The teacher was unable to provide continuous supervision consistent with the WAC.

Preservice requirements

WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious

110-300-0105(2) Staff member was on-site and working in the classroom without a cleared background check on file. Documentation reviewed indicated the staff member was employed for a month without a cleared background check being obtained prior to working on-site.

Preservice requirements

WAC 110-300-0105(3) · Short Term

110-300-0105(3) Staff member was on-site and working in the classroom without a cleared TB test on file. Documentation reviewed indicated the staff member was employed for a week without a verified negative TB test being obtained prior to working on-site.

“allegations of diapering not occuring for toddlers and potty training preschoolersnnallegations of hostile and inappropriate interactions between staff and parent in the presence of children.”

The state’s description of the complaint

Prohibited behavior and discipline, and physical separation of children

WAC 110-300-0331(1) · Serious

110-300-0331 (1) An early learning provider, staff member, or household member is prohibited from using the following behaviors and discipline of children; (a) Profanity, obscene language, "put downs," or cultural or racial slurs Valid: Staff/Aide AT used profanity, put downs, and hostile interactions with parent in the facility where children were present. 110-300-0331 (1) An early learning provider, staff member, or household member is prohibited from using the following behaviors and discipline of children:(o) Withholding hygiene care, toileting care, or diaper changing from any child unable to provide such care for themselves; Not Valid: There is insufficient evidence to show that more likely than not Staff did intentionally withhold hygiene care for Preschool or Toddler age children.

Preservice requirements

WAC 110-300-0105(2) / 110-300-0105(3) · Serious / Short Term

2) During complaint inspection, Licensor observed Center Aide on site without cleared department background check. 3) During complaint inspection, Licensors observed three staff members on site without complete TB tests

“Intervening during negative peer interaction,Supervision concerns”

The state’s description of the complaint

Supervising children

WAC 110-300-0345(3) · Short Term

Lead teacher was not present to supervise and be aware of child who was biting when the child bit another child.

Supervising children

WAC 110-300-0345(3) · Short Term

110-300-0345(3) Through investigation and interviews it was determined the childcare center violated the applicable WAC: classroom staff were unable to account for the incident leading to a child’s injury.

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious

110-300-0165(2)(d) Licensor observed plastic bags that are accessible to children. 110-300-0165(3)(a) Licensor observed wood pallets in the outdoor play area that have splintered edges that are accessible to children

Preservice requirements

WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious

110-300-0105(1) Licensor observed the assistant director did not complete a department provided orientation, pass a department background check or documentation of a negative TB test

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(10) / 110-300-0106(11) / 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(3) / 110-300-0106(4) / 110-300-0106(5) · Short Term / Serious

110-300-0106 Licensor observed staff missing training requirements before working alone with children or within three months

Emergency preparation and exiting

WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious

110-300-0166(3)(a) Licensor observed emergency door and emergency gates to be locked from the inside

Emergency preparation and exiting

WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) / 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious

110-300-0166(3)(a) Licensor observed the outdoor emergency exit gate to be locked with a chain and key lock. 110-300-0166(3)(c) Licensor observed the outdoor emergency exit gate to be blocked by multiple sleeping cots.

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(3) · Short Term

During the process of investigating allegated Intake Allegations, it was determined that there are staff member who have no completed Child Care Basics training with three months of their hire date. Staff members initials are: RE, YR (3)

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious

110-300-0165(2)(c) H. and Licensor H. observed a laptop cord plugged into the wall with cord lying on the floor accessible to infants in the classroom on hte floor. 110-300-0165(2)(d) H. observed plastic trash bags in the cubbies in the toddler room accessible to children.

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(4) / 110-300-0106(8) · Serious / Short Term

Merit was reviewed prior to the visit and documentents were requested while on site. A.S. was missing Child Care Basic 110-300-0106(10) missing BBP . She was observed working alone in the infant classroom. 110-300-0106(11)Missing current copy of First Aid and CPR. 110-300-0106(8)J.K. missing Safe Sleep. 110-300-0106(8)T.M. missing Safe Sleep. G.M. missing 110-300-0106(11) current copy of First Aid and CPR. R.E. missing110-300-016(10) BBP and ChildCare Basic. Missing current First Aid and CPR D.M. missing 110-300-0106(8) Safe Sleep 110-300-0106(11) BBP. K.M. missing current 110-300-0106(8) Safe Sleep.