LaLuna early childhood intervention services – Noble Park VIC
Vietnamese Early Childhood Teacher – Early Intervention & Special Needs Education
LaLuna Early Childhood Intervention Services
Location: Noble Park, VIC – South East Melbourne
Employment Type: Full-Time
Service Delivery: Individual 1:1 Early Intervention and Weekly Small Group Teaching
About Us
LaLuna Early Childhood Intervention Services is an early intervention and educational support provider based in Noble Park, Victoria.
We specialise in delivering personalised one-on-one (1:1) early intervention sessions and weekly small group educational programs for children aged 0–9 years with additional developmental and learning needs.
Our services support:
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Children with special needs who receive funding through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), including early childhood intervention supports.
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Children without NDIS funding who have autism spectrum disorder, language delays, intellectual disabilities or other developmental and learning difficulties.
Our programs focus on children's cognitive, communication, language, literacy, numeracy, social, emotional and behavioral development.
We deliver individualized intervention sessions primarily in clients' homes across South East Melbourne, or at Noble Park center, together with structured weekly small group teaching sessions held on weekends.
We are committed to providing inclusive, evidence-informed and developmentally appropriate educational programs that help children develop independence, confidence and essential learning skills.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate, experienced and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher – Early Intervention & Special Needs Education to join our team on a full-time basis.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating individualized educational and early intervention programs for children under 9 years old with additional needs.
The role includes delivering personalized 1:1 sessions in clients' homes and teaching structured small group educational programs on a weekly basis during weekends.
The successful candidate must have strong knowledge of child development, special education, English literacy, phonics and foundational mathematics.
As the majority of our clients come from Vietnamese-speaking families, fluency in both Vietnamese and English is essential.
Working Hours and Availability
Candidates must be available to work:
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Weekdays from 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm, when the majority of individual client sessions are scheduled.
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During daytime hours on weekdays, depending on client appointments, educational program planning, assessments, family consultations and other professional responsibilities.
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On weekends during daytime hours, to deliver scheduled weekly small group teaching programs.
Weekend availability is an essential requirement of this position, as group teaching sessions are conducted weekly.
The full-time working schedule will include a combination of direct teaching, early intervention sessions, group teaching, planning, assessments, documentation and other relevant professional duties.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan, develop, implement and evaluate individualised early intervention and educational programs for children aged 0–9 years.
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Deliver personalised 1:1 intervention sessions for children with autism, language delays, intellectual disabilities and other additional learning needs.
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Plan and conduct weekly small group educational sessions on weekends, focusing on communication, social interaction, early literacy, numeracy and school-readiness skills.
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Provide educational support to children 0-9 years old with NDIS early intervention funding and children 0-5 years old with special needs who do not receive NDIS funding.
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Adapt teaching strategies, activities and resources to meet children's individual developmental abilities and learning needs.
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Develop individualised learning goals and structured educational programs based on children's strengths, needs and developmental progress.
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Implement evidence-informed strategies to support language development, communication, attention, emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social participation.
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Create inclusive, engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for both individual and small group settings.
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Monitor and assess children's progress through observations, educational assessments and regular progress reports.
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Communicate effectively with parents and carers in both Vietnamese and English.
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Collaborate with families and relevant allied health professionals to support children's developmental and educational goals.
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Maintain accurate session notes, learning records, individualised educational plans and progress documentation.
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Comply with relevant NDIS requirements, child safety standards and professional responsibilities.
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Participate in professional development and contribute to ongoing improvement of educational programs and service delivery.
Essential Qualifications and Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
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Recognised Bachelor degree or higher qualification in Early Childhood Education or Special Education.
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Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
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Demonstrated professional experience working with children with special needs, including autism, language delays, intellectual disabilities and other developmental difficulties.
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Strong knowledge of child development, early intervention, inclusive education and individualised teaching approaches.
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Experience planning and delivering educational programs for children with diverse learning abilities.
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Experience facilitating small group teaching activities is highly desirable.
Teaching Skills
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Strong knowledge of English literacy development, especially phonics, phonological awareness, reading, spelling and early writing.
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Confidence and competence in teaching foundational mathematics and adapting numeracy activities for children with different learning abilities.
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Ability to design and deliver structured, engaging and individualised learning programs.
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Experience supporting children with communication difficulties, behavioural challenges and additional learning needs.
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Strong observation, assessment, educational planning and progress-reporting skills.
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Ability to manage individual sessions and small group activities independently and professionally.
Language Requirements
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Fluency in Vietnamese is mandatory, as the majority of clients and their families are Vietnamese-speaking.
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Strong spoken and written English communication skills.
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Ability to communicate children's developmental progress and intervention strategies effectively with Vietnamese-speaking parents.
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Confidence in delivering English literacy, phonics and mathematics instruction in English.
Transport and Availability
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Must hold a valid driver's licence.
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Must have access to a reliable car and be willing to travel to clients' homes throughout South East Melbourne.
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Must be available from 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm on weekdays.
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Must be willing and able to deliver weekly weekend small group teaching sessions.
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Ability to travel between client locations and manage scheduled appointments effectively.
Additional Requirements
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Current Working with Children Check or ability to obtain one prior to commencing employment.
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NDIS Worker Screening Check, where required.
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First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
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Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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A genuine passion for supporting children with disabilities and developmental delays.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
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Full-time employment with opportunities for long-term professional development.
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Opportunities to develop specialised skills in early intervention and special needs education.
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Opportunities to work directly with children and families and make a meaningful difference in their development.
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Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
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Contact Details:
LaLuna early childhood intervention services Recruitment Team
