[IL-Talk] BPN-Volunteer Assistive Technology Training Specialist Position

Tue Jul 28 12:23:48 UTC 2026

Leslie:

She can reach out to me to learn more, and I provided her with that information.

Thanks!

Mark R. Peters
Assistive Technology Instructor
Phone: 309-338-8102
Email: mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com>
Book a meeting with me! Assistive Technology Support-Meet with Mark<https://calendly.com/mpetersats/meet-with-mark>

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From: Leslie Hamric <lhamric930 at comcast.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 7:20 AM
To: Sidney Horn <sidneyh05 at gmail.com>
Cc: il-talk at nfbnet.org; Mark Peters <mpetersats at outlook.com>
Subject: Re: [IL-Talk] BPN-Volunteer Assistive Technology Training Specialist Position

Hi Sidney. I think you should totally look into it. W We should probably all continue this conversation off List, though. VPN is a wonderful organization. They offer a ton of programs , webinars, and even one on one technology training. they also offer different classes and things like PowerPoint, outlook, word, and so on. i'll be interested to see what classes are being offered in the fall. but yeah, you should totally look into the assistive technology trainer position. Good luck and let us know what you decide.
Leslie Hamric
Cello and Braille Music Teacher
Vice-President of National Federation of the Blind of Illinois At Large  Chapter

On Jul 27, 2026, at 9:19 PM, Sidney Horn <sidneyh05 at gmail.com<mailto:sidneyh05 at gmail.com>> wrote:

I honestly might look into this. I remember you talking about this Leslie and Mark I know you've told me about this as well.
I'm in college but if it's done virtually which I believe it is I might consider doing stuff with BPN.

Sidney

On Sun, Jul 26, 2026 at 10:28 AM Mark Peters via IL-Talk <il-talk at nfbnet.org<mailto:il-talk at nfbnet.org>> wrote:
Or if you have a guide dog, it is a great way to get a paw in the door as well! 😊

Mark R. Peters
Assistive Technology Instructor
Phone: 309-338-8102
Email: mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com><mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com>>
Book a meeting with me! Assistive Technology Support-Meet with Mark<https://calendly.com/mpetersats/meet-with-mark>

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From: Leslie Hamric <lhamric930 at comcast.net<mailto:lhamric930 at comcast.net>>
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2026 10:19 AM
To: il-talk at nfbnet.org<mailto:il-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Mark Peters <mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com>>; il-talk at nfbnet.org<mailto:il-talk at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [IL-Talk] BPN-Volunteer Assistive Technology Training Specialist Position

I have been volunteering with VPN since last September and love Being one of their trainers. It's a great way to get your foot in the door.
Leslie Hamric
Cello and Braille Music Teacher
Vice-President of National Federation of the Blind of Illinois At Large  Chapter

On Jul 26, 2026, at 10:14 AM, Mark Peters via IL-Talk <il-talk at nfbnet.org<mailto:il-talk at nfbnet.org><mailto:il-talk at nfbnet.org<mailto:il-talk at nfbnet.org>>> wrote:
Good morning, Illinois NFB Members!

Have you ever had the passion to be an Assistive Technology Trainer? Blind Professionals Network is looking for passionate, driven, and devoted individuals who what to teach Assistive Technology and enhance the lives of individuals who are blind or visually impaired! If you are interested in this position, please check out the job posting below at the following link. I have also provided the link so you can sign up as a member of BPN if you are not a member already. All services we offer are Free of charge to all members. Please feel free to reach out via email to me at Training at BlindProNet.org<mailto:Training at BlindProNet.org<mailto:Training at BlindProNet.org><mailto:Training at BlindProNet.org<mailto:Training at BlindProNet.org>%3cmailto:Training at BlindProNet.org>> or MPeters at BlindProNet.org<mailto:MPeters at BlindProNet.org<mailto:MPeters at BlindProNet.org><mailto:MPeters at BlindProNet.org<mailto:MPeters at BlindProNet.org>%3cmailto:MPeters at BlindProNet.org>> or phone to learn more about the Assistive Technology Training Specialist Position or if you want to learn more about the training programs we offer. I am here to help support you in what your goals are as far as Assistive Technology! 😊

BPN Membership Form: https://BlindProNet.org/join.html
Job Description: Volunteer AT Training Specialist Position Description<https://bpnworkplacesolutions.org/at-training-specialist>

Have a wonderful Sunday NFB Family!

Best Regards,

Mark R. Peters
Assistive Technology Instructor
Phone: 309-338-8102
Email: mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com><mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com><mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:mpetersats at outlook.com>%3cmailto:mpetersats at outlook.com<mailto:3cmailto%3Ampetersats at outlook.com>>>
Book a meeting with me! Assistive Technology Support-Meet with Mark<https://calendly.com/mpetersats/meet-with-mark>

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