Expatiate Communications is hiring: SPED Specialist/ American Sign Language Inte

Overview

SPED Specialist/ American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) role at Expatiate Communications. Location: Fremont, CA | Travel required | Salary: $25 – $50 per hour, DOE | Job Type: Part-time or Per Diem

About Expatiate Communications

Expatiate Communications is a management consulting firm with unmatched expertise in special education. We work with local school districts, COEs and State educational agencies and families on best practices on instruction, services, operations, staffing, technology, organization, compliance, fiscal as well as efficiency in special education. Together with our clients, Expatiate provides achieving clear educational benefits for students with disabilities and assists clients deliver a high quality sustainable special education program. The program-oriented advice, systems and processes focus on reducing the educational gap by not just serving the student’s needs but by building capacity among various educator groups. All our institutional as well as individual clients receive a full continuum of supports, services and placements to all students as per their IEPs. Expatiate Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Expatiate Communications considers all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to facilitate seamless communication for our Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients, colleagues, and candidates. In this role, you’ll provide real-time interpretation across a variety of professional settings, contributing directly to our inclusive culture and business success. This role involves travel to school sites and providing support on proprietary company platforms such as VillageED and iTAAP.

Work Site: Fremont, CA, on-site

Job Type: Part-time or Per Diem

What You’ll Do

• Provide real-time spoken English into ASL and ASL into spoken English during meetings, training sessions, and interviews.
• Maintain linguistic and cultural accuracy by preserving message integrity, including tone and nuance, while respecting cultural differences.
• Maintain confidentiality by adhering to the highest ethical standards for all sensitive company and client information.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing materials and agendas to ensure accurate interpretation of specialized terminology.
• Collaborate and support colleagues to ensure optimal communication access and the seamless integration of interpreting services.
• Advise on best practices, providing insights and recommendations on communication strategies to foster a more inclusive workplace.
• Stay current with continuous professional development, keeping up with advancements in ASL and interpreting techniques.
• Travel to school sites across California and occasionally to our Pasadena, CA, for corporate meetings.
• Provide client support on VillageED and iTAAP platforms.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $25 – $50 per hour, DOE
• Company-provided laptops, resources, and tools for success.
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rates.
• Reimbursement for approved travel expenses.
• Professional, collaborative work environment with growth opportunities.

What You Bring

• Current, active certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (e.g., NIC, CI/CT, or CDI) or equivalent national certification.
• Minimum 1 year of professional ASL interpreting experience in diverse settings.
• Bachelor's degree in Interpreting, Deaf Studies, or a related field.
• Fluency in ASL and spoken English.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software.

Apply today to make a lasting impact on the lives of students!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Expatiate Communications is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.