'Our work matters': Early childhood educator on supporting children's growth and milestones

Shayne Lui didn’t always know she wanted to be an early childhood educator. Growing up around younger cousins, she discovered her passion for working with children after exploring different paths after high school. She shares the joys and challenges of her work.

Shayne Lui is an early childhood educator based in Melbourne.

KEY POINTS

• September 3, 2025, marks Early Childhood Educators' Day, a national event in Australia to celebrate and thank the dedicated professionals working in early learning.
• Early childhood educator like Shayne Lui finds fulfillment in witnessing children’s milestones, from first words to new social skills.
• She shares that different routines and needs can be tough, but patience, teamwork, and consistency make the job rewarding.

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'Our work matters': Early childhood educator on supporting children's growth and milestones

SBS Filipino

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People often see childcare as just babysitting or simply caring for children, but this day recognises that our work truly matters. What we do is foundational for their development and learning. It feels nice to be appreciated and to celebrate with fellow educators.

Shayne Lui- Early Childhood Educator

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