VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Guidepost Montessori at Ashburn Village
21711 Shellhorn Rd
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 210-7707

Current Inspector: Lisa Hudson (571) 389-2459

Inspection Date: June 22, 2022

Complaint Related: 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. ? 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS. ? 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES. ? 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) ? 20 Access to minor?s records ? 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide ? 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect ? 8VAC20-790 Subsidy Regulations

Technical Assistance:

Discussed the importance of timely reporting of suspected abuse. Recommended mandated reporter training for all staff and in-service on forbidden actions.

Comments:

A self-report was received on 06/17/2022. An Unannounced Monitoring Inspection was conducted today to investigate two incidents involving forbidden actions by a staff member that occurred on 06/15/2022 and 06/16/2022. Staff and parent interviews were conducted, staff records and written statements reviewed and observation of the toddler classroom was completed. Violations were found in the following areas: Administration and Programs. Thank you for your cooperation during the investigation. Please email me at: lisa.hudson@doe.virginia with questions or need for clarification.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-80-B
Description:	Based on interviews and staff written statements, a suspected incident of child abuse was not reported in accordance with ? 63.2-1509 of the Code of Virginia. 1. Staff #2 and #4 observed a suspected incident of physical abuse on 06/15/2022. 2. When interviewed, Staff #4 stated ?I didn?t say anything, I figure the lead [Staff #2] would say something.? 3. Staff #2?s signed written statement dated 06/23/2022 stated ?[Staff #3 and #4 were present. [Staff #4] witnessed a portion of the occurrence and we looked at each in shock.? 4. When interviewed, Staff #2 stated ?I asked [Staff #5] to remove her from the class, ?[Staff #5] asked me if I need to call CPS. I told [Staff #5] I fear retaliation.? 5. The incident of suspected physical abuse of a child observed by staff on 06/15/2022 was not reported immediately to the local department of social services as required. It was reported at 9:32am on 06/17/2022.
Plan of Correction:	1. 1:1?s with involved staff about mandated reporting importance and urgency 2. Mandated reporting # posted inside of classroom cupboards for easy access 3. Re-training on Child Abuse & Neglect for all staff during teacher training days 4. Re-training on Child Abuse & Neglect for every employee 5. Reviewing what it means to be a Mandated Reporter with every employee 6. Reviewing licensing's requirements for reporting of incidents, injuries, and suspected child abuse 7. Reporting and Parent Communication Workshop 8. Health and Safety Scavenger Hunt 9. Staff Prep Day Homework Booklet: Prepared Montessori Coursework for PD completed over a 30-60-90- day schedule with 1:1 check in for completion by admin
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-410-1
Description:	Based on staff interviews and staff written statements, one staff used forbidden actions with 2 children. Evidence: 1. On 06/15/2022, Staff #2 and #4 observed Staff #1 roughly handling Child #1 (age 2 years). a. When interviewed, Staff #2 stated ?[Staff #1] yelled at [Child #1] and she grabbed [Child #1?s] right arm from behind and she dragged [Child #1] to the bathroom and I saw [Child #1?s] legs dragging.? b. Staff #2?s signed written statement dated 06/28/2022 stated ?I witnessed [Staff #1] calling the child to use the bathroom for a diaper change. This occurred around 12:10pm during lunch and transition to nap time. [Staff #1] was loud and her tone sounded rude and harsh. [Staff #1] grabbed the child?s right arm and pulled [Child #1] too hard. [Staff #1] dragged the child into the bathroom while the child cried.? c. When interviewed, Staff #4 stated ?I saw [Staff #1] grab [Child #1] from behind and I saw [Child #1?s] feet were dragging. [Child #1] was crying at the time.? d. Staff #4?s signed written statement dated 06/22/2022 stated ?between 12:00pm a teacher her name is [Staff #1], she pulled [Child #1] hard from his arms and dragged him over the bathroom door?. 2. On 06/16/2022, Staff #3 and #4 observed Staff #1 grabbing Child #2?s (age 2 years) chin and yelling at the child. a. When interviewed, Staff #3 stated ?[Child #2] was crying and [Staff #1] grabbed [Child #2?s] chin and yelled ?I don?t care about your crying, shut up and eat your food?. b. Staff #3?s signed written statement dated 06/22/2022 stated ?I saw [Staff #1] that she was forcing [Child #2] to eat?. The written statement included Staff #1 was overheard stating ?I don?t care if you want it or not.? c. Staff #2?s signed written statement dated 06/23/2022 stated ?[Staff #1] was helping me with the cot and said out loud ?I hate [Child #2]. I hate this kid. He is horrible!? and ?the child heard the statement.?
Plan of Correction:	Staff using forbidden actions was terminated from the company on 6/16/2022 2. Report was made against staff using forbidden actions once all staff witnesses and potential witnessed were interviewed. Report made on 6/17/2022