Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B
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A teacher used a discipline method that was inconsistent with the programs discipline policy. According to the programs Staff Prohibited Behavior Policy , last updated on November 13, 2023, corporal punishment is prohibited and is defined as punishment inflicted directly on a childs body. This includes, but is not limited to, hitting or spanking, which is described as striking a child with an open hand on the buttocks or extremities with the intent of modifying behavior, regardless of whether physical injury occurs. The program immediately released the staff from her duties after learning about the incident. From the Child Care Facility Handbook Section 2.8 B: The childcare f ... [truncated]
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
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Licensing Specialist observed an employee missing the required five-hour literacy and language course. Employee has been in the industry longer than 12-months. Provider had employee start the training during inspection. Provider advised Licensing Specialist that employee will not return to classroom until course is completed. Technical assistance was provided from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early li ... [truncated]
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
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33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
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Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
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Licensing Specialist observed a staff member missing an employment history check prior to being employed. Provider completed the five- year history check during inspection. Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job perform ... [truncated]
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B
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2.8 Child Discipline B. The childcare facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Technical Assistance was provided. Completed at time of inspection. Teacher listed on Supplemental was sent home and had to take Behavioral Guidance Training. This training was completed on 10/03/2024. The teacher admitted to using inappropriate interaction with the child. This teacher is no longer employed at this facility.
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
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Can you tell me about the training and support you provide to staff regarding positive child guidance and classroom management?
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Why ask this
Public records show recent instances where staff interactions with children did not align with the facility's established disciplinary policies. Asking about current training helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff members follow consistent, positive behavioral strategies.
Context
The facility has had multiple reports regarding child guidance policies, with the most recent occurring in April 2026.
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How do you ensure that all staff members are fully vetted and that their employment history documentation is complete before they begin working with children?
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Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2024 noted that some required employment history documentation was missing for a staff member. This question helps parents understand the current administrative process for verifying staff backgrounds and maintaining complete personnel files.
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How do you communicate with families about the daily routines and behavioral expectations in the classroom?
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Why ask this
Public records indicate that child guidance has been a topic of discussion in multiple inspection reports over the past few years. Understanding how the center shares its approach to classroom management helps parents feel more connected to the daily environment their children experience.
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What is your process for tracking and verifying that all teachers have completed their required professional development and literacy training?
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Why ask this
Available inspection records from December 2024 identified a gap in documentation for required staff literacy training. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center monitors and maintains compliance with ongoing staff education requirements.
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What steps do you take to ensure that new staff members are fully integrated into the center's culture and safety procedures before they start their roles?
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Why ask this
Learning about the onboarding process for new employees helps parents understand how the center maintains consistent care standards and supervision quality across all classrooms.