Description: At Chai Early Childhood Center, we see each child as a unique and precious gift entrusted into our care. The school is devoted to helping children learn socialization skills, building their self-confidence and teaching them the preliminary skills to explore and experience the world independently from their parents. We provide a nurturing environement where children are introduced to Jewish life and values in a vibrant and joyful way. Each of our teachers is a highly experienced and professional educator, whose commitment to early childhood education is truly an avocation. Our teachers bring a unique blend of professional skills and personal experience to their classrooms and share a genuine passion for the care and education of our children.
Our curriculum is progressive and multi-sensory and teachers use the latest educational methods. Specialties include photography, zumba, yoga, woodworking, community garden, intergenerational programming an art program where children study famous artist and their techniques and use their inspiration to create their own masterpieces. Our facility is a bright, clean, modern space and eco-healthy certified.
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-01-16 | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) |
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The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check. Violation Observed: Ensure CARI checks are completed for all staff. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-02-27 | 3A:52-3.4(a) |
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The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage. Violation Observed: Maintain current comprehensive general liability insurance. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-10-28 | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) |
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As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Violation Observed: Ensure CHRI checks are completed for all staff. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-02-27 | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces. Violation Observed: Wash and disinfect diapering surfaces after each use throughout center. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-02-27 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) |
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The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal. Violation Observed: Wash and disinfect tables before each meal throughout center. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-02-27 | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. Violation Observed: Wash and disinfect toys mouthed by children after each use in Room 3. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-01-16 | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) |
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Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). Violation Observed: Provide annual orientation training to all staff in center. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-02-27 | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) |
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Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3. Violation Observed: Retrain staff on center's policy for washing and disinfecting surfaces. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-02-27 | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) |
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Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food. Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before the intake of food throughout center. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-01-16 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. Violation Observed: Clean vent in center's bathroom. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-01-16 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. Violation Observed: Ensure shelving in Room 3 is not overloaded. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-10-28 | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) |
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First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. Violation Observed: Ensure that 2 staff that have current CPR and First Aid are present at the center at all times. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-02-27 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. Violation Observed: Replace stained ceiling tiles in Room 2. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-01-16 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition. Violation Observed: Replace rusted toilet ring in center's bathroom. |
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| 2019-11-14 | 2020-01-16 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of Violation Observed: Sand and paint wall in Room 1. |
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