Mandatory Reporting Toolkit for Childcare Owners & Operators
Leverage attorney JoDee Neil’s 20 years of experience as a Dallas-based child advocate, trainer and former child abuse prosecutor to proactively protect your business and the children you serve.
This toolkit is not just about legal compliance — it’s about creating a culture of vigilance, integrity, and respect where children are safe, staff feel empowered, and your organization stands strong in the face of scrutiny. Move beyond the fear of “getting it wrong” and gain the confidence to know what to do when concerns arise.
Tier 1: The Mandatory Reporting Essentials Kit
Your Digital Guide to Texas Child Abuse Reporting Laws and Procedures
This comprehensive, self-guided toolkit provides the knowledge and resources childcare operators need to meet legal obligations and protect children in their care. It’s ideal for organizations that want a cost-effective, practical, and accessible solution.
Who It’s For:
- Startups and small childcare providers building compliant reporting systems from scratch.
- Budget-conscious centers seeking a ready-to-use digital resource.
- Business owners and managers who prefer self-paced training materials.
What’s Included:
- The Texas Mandatory Reporting Digital Course: Multi-module video training led by JoDee Neil, covering:
- Texas Child Abuse Reporting Laws: Plain-English breakdown of reporting standards, timelines, and legal definitions.
- Recognizing Abuse: Physical, sexual, emotional abuse, neglect, and trafficking warning signs.
- Professional vs. General Reporting Duties: Clear guidance for educators, staff, and administrators.
- The Reporting Process: Step-by-step guide to making a report with CPS and what happens after submission.
- Legal Protections: Confidentiality, retaliation safeguards, and handling sensitive disclosures.
Tier 2: The “Next Right Thing” Partnership
Customized Guidance to Translate Reporting into Daily Practice
This service blends the digital toolkit with personalized guidance from JoDee Neil. It’s designed for leaders who want more than information — they want a tailored plan for compliance, protection, and staff readiness.
Who It’s For:
- Mid-size childcare operations ready to upgrade policies and staff training.
- Owners and directors who want expert review of current reporting procedures.
- Centers that have faced CPS involvement and want to strengthen future practices.
What’s Included:
- Everything in the Essentials Kit, PLUS:
- 90-Minute 1:1 Strategy Session with JoDee to review your audit, answer sensitive questions, and build a custom compliance strategy.
- Custom Training Video tailored for your staff on recognizing and reporting abuse in your facility.
- 60-Day Progress Check-in: A virtual follow-up to troubleshoot implementation and keep your center on track
Tier 3: Beyond Compliance: The On-Site Child Protection Overhaul
Transform Reporting from a Legal Requirement into a Cultural Standard
This immersive, in-person engagement is designed to align your leadership and staff around a shared commitment to protecting children. JoDee works directly with your team, facilitating training, role-play, and scenario-based learning.
Who It’s For:
- Childcare organizations committed to embedding child protection at the core of their culture.
- Leadership teams seeking a trusted, expert-led overhaul of policies and practices.
- Providers who want parents to know their center goes above and beyond minimum standards.
What’s Included:
- Mandatory Reporting Essentials Kit
- On-Site Half-Day Intensive, including:
- Advanced Recognition Training: In-depth review of abuse indicators, with real-world examples and role-play scenarios.
- All-Staff Interactive Workshop: Trauma-informed exercises to build awareness, accountability, and confidence.
- Mandatory Reporter & CPS Process Training: Practical, plain-language guidance for what to do when a report is required.
- On-Site Half-Day Intensive, including:
- Post-Immersion Deliverables:
- Executive Summary Report: Key findings and tailored recommendations.
- Custom Training Video addressing specific staff questions.
- 90-Day Reinforcement Plan: Action steps to keep policies alive in daily practice.
Executive Debrief Session: A leadership follow-up to ensure systems stay aligned.
Your Child’s Voice Deserves to Be Heard.
