About Texas Director
What We Do
TexasDirector.org supports child care directors and owners in meeting Texas director credential and training requirements with clarity and confidence.
We provide director credential programs, renewal training, and role-specific education aligned with Texas child care licensing expectations.
Why We Exist
Childcare directors are often promoted because they are excellent educators, not because they were trained to navigate credentials, compliance, and administrative responsibility.
Texas Director was created to provide a clear, structured pathway for directors and owners who want to do things the right way the first time.
Experience & Authority
Experience matters in credentialing.
Texas Director has been supporting child care leaders since 2002, with director training programs used by thousands of directors and owners across Texas.
Our work is grounded in:
Decades of hands-on experience in child care programs
Deep familiarity with Texas licensing expectations
Ongoing collaboration with directors, owners, and early learning leaders
Who We Serve
We Work With:
Aspiring and newly promoted child care directors
Experienced directors completing annual renewal training
Owners placing or promoting staff into director roles
Multi-site operators planning leadership transitions
Our Approach
We believe director training should be:
Clear, not confusing
Role-specific, not generic
Structured, not pieced together from random courses
Grounded in real child care operations
Our programs are designed to support directors beyond a single course — with clarity, continuity, and long-term support.
Our credentialing programs integrates our best-selling book and it's workbook, 'From Overwhelmed to I Got This' , available in multiple formats and languages, ensuring accessible learning for all.
Why Choose All Texas Director?
Pioneers in Training:
Developed the first weekend format Director Credential course in 2002 and the first online Director Credential program in 2005, accommodating the demanding schedules of childcare professionals.
Proven Success:
Over 70% of our graduates remain in the early childhood education field for more than three years, reflecting the effectiveness and impact of our training.
Comprehensive Resources:
Our courses are enriched with videos, podcasts, and additional materials to support diverse learning styles and deepen understanding.
Award-Winning Publications:
Authored eight award-winning, best-selling books on childcare business success, leadership, and financial management.
Top-Ranked Podcast:
Our podcast, 'Childcare Conversations with Kate & Carrie', is ranked in the Top 5 in the industry and the Top 25% of all podcasts worldwide.
Kate and Carrie
Texas Director is led by experienced early childhood professionals who have spent decades supporting directors and owners through credentialing, leadership transitions, and program growth.
Carrie Casey owned 4 early learning centers as well as worked in ISD and nonprofit programs. Kate Woodward Young operated school age care programs and was one of Carrie's directors. Together they have written 14 books in the early learning administrative field, host as podcast and train owners, directors and administrative staff across the country.
Whether you’re earning your first director credential or supporting staff through a transition, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.
By the Numbers: Our Lasting Impact
As of 2025, 4,500+ administrators credentialed in Texas and beyond.
10,000+ directors trained nationwide in business development, leadership, finance, and marketing.
Over 70% of our graduates remain in early childhood education for more than three years—demonstrating the real-world value of our training.
Connect With Us
Podcast
Tune into Childcare Conversations with Kate & Carrie for insights and discussions on relevant topics in early childhood education.
Keynote Speaking
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