The Tot Spot Early Learning Center

Orientation Training

“1719.A.-C.: Based on record review at 2:05 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that S3 (First Day Present 4/11/2025) completed LDE Key Module 1, and the DCFS online Mandated Reporter training within seven days of the first day present and prior to having sole responsibility for any children and completed the LDE Key Modules 2 and 3 within 30 days of the date of hire. S3 completed the DCFS online Mandated Reporter training and LDE Key Modules 2 and 3 on 5/22/2025, and LDE Key Module 1 on 5/21/2025.”

Rule 1719.A.-C.

Critical Incidents and Required Notifications

“1103.A.2.3.C.2. Based on interviews at 12:30 p.m., S2 failed to notify DCFS within 24 hours of the following critical incident. On 12/19/2024 at 9:05 a.m., C1, age three-years-old, swallowed a screw, from a toy, while in S8s classroom, that resulted in medical attention. S8 did not see and was not aware that C1 swallowed the screw until C1 told her when he began to gag.”

Rule 1103.A.-C.

Supervision

“1713.A.B.C. Based on interviews at 12:30 p.m., S8 failed to ensure children were under supervision at all times. On 12/19/2024 at 9:05 a.m., C1, age three-years-old, swallowed a screw, from a toy, while in S8s classroom. S8 did not see and was not aware that C1 swallowed the screw until C1 told her when he began to gag.”

Rule 1713.A.&B.&C.

Cribs Free of Toys and Other Soft or Loose Bedding

“1907.E.2. Based on observation at 1:20 p.m., S2 failed to ensure the center’s cribs were free of toys or other soft or loose bedding (including comforters, blankets, sheets, bumper pads, pillows, stuffed animals and wedges) while the child was in the crib. The specialist observed 4 children in cribs with loose blankets. S1 immediately removed the blankets from the cribs.”

Rule 1907.E.2.

Health Services - Observation

Rule 1915.A.

Health Services - Parental Notification

Rule 1915.B.&C.

Orientation Training

“1719 A-C. Based on record review at 12:20 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that S2 received, LDE Key Module 1, and DCFS Mandated Reporter Training within seven days of the first day present at the center and prior to having sole responsibility for any children. Also, S1 failed to have documentation that S2 completed LDE Key Modules 2 and 3 within thirty days of date of hire.”

Rule 1719.A.-C.

CPR and First Aid Certifications

“1723.F. Based on record review, S1 failed to ensure S5 had a current certification in pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 calendar days from the date of hire and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children.”

Rule 1723.F.

Child Neglect and Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training

“1727.A.B. Based on record review at 12:20 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that of S3, completed the annual online child abuse and neglect Mandated Reporter Training provided by DCFS.”

Rule 1727.A.-C.

End-of-Day Check

“1901.C. Based on record review at 12:20 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that the entire center and play yard was checked after the last child departs to ensure that no child is left unattended at the center from 08/31/23 to 11/02/23.”

Rule 1901.C.

Health Services - Observation

“1915.A. Based on record review at 1:15 p.m., although S1 had documentation that observations, when something is observed, noted on children upon arrival to the center were completed, results including an explanation from parent and/or child failed to be documented.”

Rule 1915.A.

Health Services - Parental Notification

“1915.B.C. Based on record review/interview at 1:20 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation of immediate notification to the parent when the following occurred to a child: On 12/06/23, a child was scratched in the face and on the neck. S1 is unclear of when the incident occurred due to the center using electronic documentation through an app. S4 stated parents are only notified via app if S6 approves parental notification, therefore it is unknown if the parent received notification of the incident.”

Rule 1915.B.&C.

Tornado Drills

“1921.E. Based on record review at 1:39 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that a tornado drill was completed for 04/2023.”

Rule 1921.E.

General Liability Insurance Policy

“1503.B. Based on record review at 1:02 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation of medical expense coverage if a child is injured while in the center’s care. S2 provided documentation of insurance coverage that excludes medical expenses.”

Rule 1503.A.-D.

Independent Contractors Records

“1717.A. 1.&2. Based on record review at 1:45 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation on file for Independent Contractors, O1, O2, and O3, that included person’s name, address, phone number, list of duties performed while at the center.”

Rule 1717.A.

Cribs Free of Toys and Other Soft or Loose Bedding

“1907.E.2. Based on observations at 11:48 a.m., S4 failed to ensure the center’s cribs were free of soft or loose bedding (including comforters, blankets, sheets, bumper pads, pillows, stuffed animals and wedges) while the child was in the crib, as the Specialist observed a loose blanket in the crib with an infant.”

Rule 1907.E.2.

Pacifier Attached

“1911.G. Based on observations at 11:47 a.m., S3 failed to ensure a pacifier was not attached to the clothing of a child, as a Specialist observed a one-year-old child with a pacifier attached to the clothing. Corrected at 11:48 a.m. when S3 unattached the pacifier’s clip.”

Rule 1911.G.

Food Service and Nutrition - Menu

“1919.B.3. Based on observations/record review at 11:50 a.m., S2 failed to have documentation of menu substitutions or additions posted, written or electronically, on or near the menus. S2 stated Fish Sticks, Macaroni & Cheese, Corn, Pears, and Milk were served. However, the posted menu stated Cheeseburgers, Fries, and Bananas would be served. S2 stated she didn’t get a chance to put the sticky note on the menu.”

Rule 1919.A.&B.

Bottled Formula/Breast Milk Properly Labeled

“1919.J. Based on observations at 11:57 a.m., S5 failed to ensure bottled formula/breast milk for infants were labeled with the child’s name. The Specialist observed S4 feeding an infant with an unlabeled bottle. S2 stated the bottle was labeled, but it must have rubbed off.”

Rule 1919.J.