Children of Joy Christian Academy

3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

“The emergency contact information on file for Child #1 was observed to be missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

“The records for Child #2 and Child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child or for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026

3270.94(a)(9) Written record

“The fire drill logs dated 11/21/25, 12/6/25, 12/23/25, 1/6/26, 2/2/26, 2/27/26, 3/10/26, 4/3/26, 4/28/26, 5/19/26, 6/3/26, 6/18/26, 7/8/26, and 8/7/26 were observed to be missing the names of the staff who participated in the fire drills. Instead, only the number of staff who participated in the fire drills were indicated on the fire drill log form.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility

“The records for Staff #2 and Staff #3 were observed to be missing previously completed pediatric first aid/cpr trainings. The only pediatric first aid/cpr trainings on file for Staff #2 were recent trainings dated 1/30/26 and 5/15/26. Staff #3 only had proof of one completed pediatric first aid/cpr training which was dated 1/30/26. Also, the records for Staff #3 and Staff #4 were observed to be missing previously completed mandated reporter trainings. Staff #3 only had proof of one completed mandated reporter training which was dated 3/17/26, and Staff #4 only had a mandated reporter training on file dated 3/15/26. Staff #2 acknowledged that they disposed of the previous trainings that were on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

“Staff #2 had fire safety trainings on file dated 8/11/24 and 7/21/26. Staff #3 had fire safety trainings on file dated 9/26/24 and 7/21/26. Staff #4 had fire safety trainings on file dated 8/8/24 and 1/20/26. More than a year had lapsed between trainings.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters

“An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted between 1/20/2026 and 2/12/2026. On 2/4/2026, certification representative observed a high school diploma dated 6/14/2013 in the file of Staff Person #1. The certification representative noted that the formatting and appearance of the diploma differed from other diplomas from the same high school. The diploma was sent to Dieruff High School who confirmed that Staff Person #1 did not graduate from that high school on 6/14/2013. When notified that the diploma was not valid, the operator provided a CDA certificate. A valid high school diploma or GED is required to obtain a CDA. As such, the CDA cannot be accepted as proof of completion of high school.”

Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted between 1/20/2026 and 2/12/2026. On 2/4/2026, certification representative observed pediatric first-aid/CPR training certificates dated 12/28/2023 in the files of Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2. The certification representative noted that the formatting and appearance of the certificates differed from other pediatric first-aid/CPR certificates from the same training agency. The QR code on the documents was altered so it was unable to be scanned for verification of validity. When the certificate ID number from both certificates, which was the same on both certificates, was entered on the training provider's site, the certificate ID number is linked to a training certificate for only Staff Person #1 dated 9/13/2022. Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 currently have valid pediatric first-aid/CPR training certificates on file dated 1/30/2026; however, Staff Person #2 (see code sheet for start date) was working with invalid pediatric first aid/CPR training prior to 1/30/26. The file for Staff Person #3 contained a Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED training certificate dated 10/1/2024. The optional modules listed on the certificate included "Heart Saver Pediatric First Aid with, Child CPR AED, Infant CPR Exam." The certification representative noted that the appearance of the certificate differed from other Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED certificates. The QR code on the document was altered so it is unable to be scanned for verification of validity. The training entity was contacted on 3/6/2026 and confirmed that this certificate was issued to another person. Based on the documentation reviewed, Staff persons #2 & #3 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid/CPR training from a PQAS-approved instructor.”

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

“An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted between 1/20/2026 and 2/12/2026. On 2/4/2026, certification representative observed an FBI clearance dated 1/6/2022 in the file of Staff Person #1. Some of the font on the document appeared different than the rest. The FBI clearance was submitted to the Department of Human Services Clearance Verification Unit and was confirmed as fraudulent.”

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted between 1/20/2026 and 2/12/2026. On 2/4/2026, certification representative observed a mandated reporter training certificate dated 10/1/2024 in the file of Staff Person #3.(see code sheet for date of hire) The certification representative noted that the formatting and appearance of the certificate differed from standard mandated reporter training certificates. The certification representative submitted the certificate to the CPSL Help Desk for verification. The CPSL Help Desk confirmed that the certificate was fraudulent.”

3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

“An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted between 1/20/2026 and 2/12/2026. On 2/4/2026, certification representative reviewed files for all staff present. There was no initial health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 (see LIS code sheet for start date).”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026

3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

“An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted between 1/20/2026 and 2/12/2026. On 2/4/2026, certification representative observed pediatric first-aid/CPR training certificates dated 12/28/2023 in the files of Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2. The certification representative noted that the formatting and appearance of the certificates differed from other pediatric first-aid/CPR certificates from the same training agency. The QR code on the documents was altered so it was unable to be scanned for verification of validity. When the certificate ID number from both certificates, which was the same on both certificates, was entered on the training provider's site, the certificate ID number is linked to a training certificate for only Staff Person #1 dated 9/13/2022 which is expired. Staff person #1 currently has valid pediatric first-aid/CPR training certificates on file dated 1/30/2026; however, Staff Person #1 was working prior to 1/30/26 with expired pediatric first/CPR training and an invalid training certificate on file.”

3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

“An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted between 1/20/2026 and 2/12/2026. On 2/4/2026, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The file for Staff Person #4 contained a high school diploma. No documentation of child care experience was observed in the file. Based on the documentation reviewed, Staff Person #4 qualifies as an aide. Staff Person #4 was observed caring for children unsupervised.”

3270.111(b) Posted in group space

“There is no written plan of daily activities posted in the Toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“The material on the arm of the small couch in the Pre-K room is torn resulting in exposed form.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“In the school age bathroom, there were spray Axe and Dove body spray on a shelf that was accessible to children. In the school age lounge, there was a container of disinfecting wipes in the cupboard under the sink which were accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2024

3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

“A croton plant which is toxic to children was found in the windowsill in the prek room.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 12, 2023

3270.69(b) 110º F or less

“Hot water temperature was measured at 127° F in the sinks at the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023