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Teeter-Totter
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About Teeter-Totter
Teeter-Totter is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 63 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 47 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 63 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (412) 381-4343 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 63 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Teeter-Totter
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 63 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251910
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 11, 2025: 11 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 47 rules in all · 47 corrected
- Records and paperwork 12
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Safety and hazards 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Transportation 1
- Safe sleep 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Dec 11, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed on the wall behind the cribs in the infant space and on the front wall near the easel.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff #3 contained a first aid/CPR certificate dated 10/21/25, more than 90 days after the start date in childcare. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The most recent emergency drill log on file at the facility is dated 9/25/24, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #5, a young toddler at the time, are dated 6/10/24 and 9/9/25, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent NSOR clearances on file for Staff #1 and Staff #2 are dated 1/15/20 and 9/22/25, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #4 contained a child abuse clearance dated 10/7/25, after the start date in childcare. The file for Staff #4 contained an NSOR clearance dated 10/3/25, after the start date in childcare. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #1, enrolled for more than 60 days, lacked an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 and Child #5 lacked the release person's address. The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked a complete address for the child's release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked the child's insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The agreement form on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 was the original document, not a copy.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreement form for Child #2 lacked the child's date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
Dec 16, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for Child #1 did not contain a child service report to document the child's growth and development. The file for Child #2 did not contain a child service report after 12/27/22 to document the child's growth and development.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked a work address and work phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked information regarding the child's special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #2 and Child #3 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The two most recent health report forms for Child #2 are dated 12/15/22 and 5/15/24, more than 12 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The initial health assessment provided from Staff Person #1 was dated 6/10/22, more than 12 months prior to the date of hire. The initial health assessment for Staff Person #3 was dated 12/4/24, after the date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.166(1) Written statement
“The facility lacked written infant feeding schedules from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #2 and Child #3 contained a financial agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked written parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked one written, nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #1 contained a health report form dated 10/28/24, more than 60 days after the date of enrollment. The file for Child #4, enrolled more than 60 days, did not contain a health report form. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The most recent annual written traffic letter to local safety authorities is dated 12/7/23, more than 12 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #3 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety Update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The restroom lacked handwashing signs above the toilet and the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“In the infant area, rest equipment lacked a label with the name of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2024
Dec 8, 2023Inspection20 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed in the PS area on the wall near where the cots are stacked and in the toy storage area near the office.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“A first aid kit was accessible to children in the PS room. The kit was observed in a toy bin under the window ledge where it is typically stored.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Liquid White Out, labeled keep out of reach of children, was accessible in an unlocked low storage drawer in the toddler area.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“The operator did not have documentation of sending a copy of the emergency plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Changes were made to the plan in 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted. The posted certificate expired in 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The annual test reports for the fire alarm system were dated more than 12 months apart; 8/10/22 and 8/22/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for staff #5, #6, and #8 did not contain written references. The file for staff #7 contained one written reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #6 contained a health assessment and TB screening conducted more than 12 months prior to their first day in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the name of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreement for child #2 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for child #1 lacked a current child service report. The most recent report on file was completed 12/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2023
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“The door on the changing table in the restroom has a disconnected top hinge creating a pinch point. The seat of a blue chair in the infant area was cracked. In the PS area, the top left corner of a shelving unit was no longer secured together creating a pinch point.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Adult scissors were accessible to children in an unlocked low storage drawer in the toddler area.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 contained documentation of completing emergency plan training more than 12 months apart. The trainings were dated 11/02/22 and 12/05/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility's letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include details regarding accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, or children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #5 contained a state police clearance which lacked a dissemination date, therefore the clearance was incomplete. The file also lacked an out of state South Carolina clearance from the abuse and neglect registry. The file for staff #6, hired provisionally, did not contain a complete child abuse clearance, a complete state police clearance or a complete FBI clearance. The file for staff #7, hired provisionally, did not contain documentation of applying for the NSOR certificate. The file for staff #8 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance. A copy of the individual's Dept. of Education FBI clearance was on file, but is not acceptable. The file also lacked documentation of applying for the NSOR certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #8, designated as an aide, did not contain documentation of the educational qualifications required for the position.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Four electrical outlets on a power strip in the toddler area lacked protective covers. The power strip was accessible to children on the floor behind the TV cart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Two plastic storage bins, observed in the children's cubbies, were cracked or broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“The toilet's water tank in the rear restroom lacked a lid. The tank opening is currently covered with plastic. The toilet in the restroom where the diapering table is located was not fully secured to the floor and moves when pushed or sat on.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
Dec 13, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not include details regarding continuity of business operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility did not have a written policy for the identification and prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and maltreatment of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #3 contained a child abuse clearance which was not renewed within 60 months as required. The previous child abuse clearance was obtained on 8/30/17 and was renewed on 12/06/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #4, designated as an aide on the staff data sheet, did not contain verification of the education required for the position they are performing.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“A first aid kit was accessible children on a small cabinet near the front door.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed below the windows in the preschool area.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Cracks, which created pinch points, were observed on a blue plastic storage tub containing books and a white plastic storage bin containing play food and dishes.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Tears were observed in the fabric of a nap cot labeled for child #2. The tears were located where the fabric is secured to the frame of the cot creating the risk of breaking away from the frame under the weight of a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.105 High Chairs
“A high chair lacking straps was observed near the restrooms. Holes for the straps were present indicating the manufacturer intended for them to be in use with the high chair.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #1 contained an immunization record which lacked documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in 2021 or 2022. A written exemption was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff #2 and #3 contained health assessments which were not updated within 24 months. The most recent health assessments on file for both staff are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility did not provide documentation of conducting an annual emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #1 contained 6 hours of training obtained on time and 4 hours of training obtained after 12/19/21. Staff #1 currently lacks 2 hours of annual training for the time period 12/19/20 to 12/19/21. The file for staff #3 contained 6 hours of training obtained on time and 5 hours of training obtained after 12/19/21. Staff #3 currently lacks 1 hour of annual training for the time period 12/19/20 to 12/19/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff #4 contained only one written reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
Dec 7, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the young toddler area of the main child care space, an electrical outlet directly below the window was observed to lack two protective coverings.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2021
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A cove base located on the lower left hand corner of the wall where parent information is posted was observed to be detached from the wall causing it not to be in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The staff file for Staff person #1 contained a current health assessment dated 11/16/20 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 4/23/18 health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2021
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility lacked a means to provide parents of enrolled children a way to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2021
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan lacked a lockdown procedure.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Teeter-Totter
Is Teeter-Totter licensed?
Yes. Teeter-Totter is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Teeter-Totter last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 11, 2025, with 11 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Teeter-Totter had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 47 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 47 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Teeter-Totter care for?
63, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Teeter-Totter accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Teeter-Totter's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (412) 381-4343 to confirm.
How much does Teeter-Totter cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 381-4343 to ask.
What is Teeter-Totter's phone number?
(412) 381-4343.
Where is Teeter-Totter?
801 E Warrington Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. The nearest other daycare we list is Itsy Bitsy Learning Academy, 0.2 miles away.