Shannon Benne
Educating with care
Growing with purpose
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Hi, I'm Shannon
I offer holistic, neuro-affirming support for children, teens and adults. Combining 25+ years of professional experience with lived expertise, I partner with you to build practical, strengths-based pathways for growth. Every journey is guided by connection, trust, and a deep respect for each person’s unique strengths, needs, and story.
What is a Developmental Educator?
A Developmental Educator is a specialist who supports children and families to thrive by focusing on strengths, individuality, and real-world growth. We work holistically, considering the whole child—their skills, needs, goals, and experiences—while offering practical, compassionate strategies for home, school, and community life. As a neuro-affirming professional, I recognise that neurodiversity and disability are natural parts of being human, rich with potential. I partner with families to build connection, confidence, and wellbeing, offering personalised support that respects each child’s unique voice and journey. Together, we create pathways toward meaningful progress, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging.
Developmental Educators in Australia, one must complete the recognised university degrees and be registered with Developmental Educators Australia Inc. (DEAI). This ensures practitioners meet professional standards and are equipped with specialised knowledge in disability, human development, and inclusive practice. For further information, click here.
For professionals such as support Allied Health Professeionals, LAC’s and school staff to refer clients.
At Shannon Benne, we deeply value and celebrate the richness of human diversity. We welcome all people with open hearts and minds—honouring all cultural backgrounds, races, religions, abilities, genders, and sexual orientations. We strive to create a space where everyone feels seen, respected, and valued. You belong here. You matter.
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Support for the LGBTQIA+ Community
Shannon Benne stands proudly as allies of the LGBTQIA+ community. We celebrate and honour the rich diversity of people’s bodies, genders, sexualities, and relationships. This diversity strengthens our communities and enriches our shared humanity.
Acknowledgement of People with Disability
At Shannon Benne, we recognise that people with disability are at the heart of our work. We know that many have faced exclusion and unfair treatment, and we are committed to doing better together. We listen with respect, work in partnership, and value the voices, strengths, and knowledge of people with disability, whether as colleagues, collaborators, or members of our community.
Acknowledgement of First Peoples
We respectfully acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples of the lands we live and work on. We honour their unbroken connection to Country, culture, and community, and we recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. We are committed to listening, learning, and walking alongside First Peoples, valuing the rich cultural knowledge and perspectives they bring. We understand that views on disability differ across cultures, and we strive to work in ways that are respectful, inclusive, and just.
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