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Learning Paths Academy @ Belmont #43

Inspection · 2022-03-14

Date
2022-03-14
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Dominick Fields
(540) 359-5244
SHSIA monitoring inspection of an approved subsidy vendor to determine compliance with current subsidy requirements regarding the health and safety of children and to promote quality standards for the children in their care.
No

Areas Reviewed

8VAC20-780 ADMINISTRATION.
8VAC20-780 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING.
8VAC20-780 Physical plant.
8VAC20-780 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION.
8VAC20-780 PROGRAMS.
8VAC20-780 Special care provisions and emergencies.
8VAC20-780 SPECIAL SERVICES.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (22VAC40-191)

Inspector Notes

This inspection was conducted by staff using an alternative remote protocol, including phone interview, records review, and a virtual observations. An on-site inspection was not conducted at this time.

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted at 10:02am. The program director was contacted by phone to initiate the inspection. There were 20 children and 5 direct-care staff present. Ratios were in compliance at the time of the inspection. Children were observed going outside for active play, having indoor play time, writing, and doing educational activities. The facility was found to be clean, and classrooms were well supplied with toys and equipment for the children.
Information gathered during the inspection determined there were areas of non-compliance with applicable standards or laws reviewed. Questions about this inspection may be directed to pamela.sneed@doe.virginia.gov

Violations

1
Standard 8VAC20-780-70
Based on records reviewed and information received, it was determined that 2 of 3 staff records did not include documentation of education requirements for the job position which they are working.

Evidence:

1. Staff #1 - The college transcripts were not on-file, and staff reported that the transcripts were not available at the time of inspection.

2. Staff #8 - The record did not include documentation of a translated education diploma. The diploma on-file has not been translated into English, as required. [Cited previously as Staff #14]
Plan of Correction: Inspector: The Director said the transcripts will be requested. A copy sent to the inspector for review.
CDC: 1) Staff #1 had a copy of her degree on site and was given to inspector. A copy of transcripts were sent to inspector 3/16/22.

Inspector: The diploma will be translated as soon as possible, if the staff person continues in the job position.
CDC: 2) Staff #8 has education on site by needs translation. Process for translation was started however the staff has not worked since late 2021. Will not return until center receives translation.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services