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Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home
- licensed capacity
- 6
- open each week
- 6 days
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About Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home
Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home is a home daycare in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00256713
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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May 20, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3290.151(c)(2)/3290.192(2) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff #1 lacked Tuberculosis test results by date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3290.151(a)/3290.192(2) Within 3 months, then 12 months/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff #1 lacked documentation of an initial health assessment by date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET), which is required for a staff person who is providing direct care for children, comes in contact with the children, or who works with food preparation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3290.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 lacked a complete address for all listed release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2 are dated 8/12/24 and 12/30/25, more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2025
3290.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment dated 12/16/25, which does not indicate if the child is free from contagious disease and may participate in child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2026
3290.123(a)(3) Services provided
“The two most recent child service reports on file for Child #3 are dated 7/18/25 and 2/25/26, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026
- Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The most recent documented fire alarm testing was dated 4/7/25, more than 30 days prior.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2025
3290.24(f) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan parent letter lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2025
Jun 6, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Parent written verification from Doctor.
“The immunization record for Child #3 (2 yr) lacked the following vaccines: 2 HiB and 1 Pneumococcal without a Letter of Exemption in the file. Child #3 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 6/6/24 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Outdoor Play Space, exposed fence bolts were observed on the inside of the two fence gates and a plastic climber was observed with pinch points that could be harmful to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2024
3290.123(b)/3290.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The Financial Agreement forms on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 were the original copies.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The Financial Agreement forms for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 lacked the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Mulch measuring less than one inch in diameter at the base of two potted trees was observed in the Outdoor Play Space, which was accessible to children under the age of two who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2024
- May 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 4, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between 08/14/2021 and 09/14/2021. The test conducted was more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2022
3290.32(a)/3290.192(4) Comply with CPSL/Required training
“The last two Mandated Reporter Trainings for staff #1 were dated more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2022
3290.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The two most recent Child Abuse and State Police Clearances for Staff #1 were dated more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home
Is Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home licensed?
Yes. Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 547-3589 to ask.
What is Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home's phone number?
(724) 547-3589.
Where is Traci J Shaffer Family Child Care Home?
Mount Pleasant, PA 15666. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.