Questions in reference to teaching while working full-time in the fire service: 1) Has teaching improved your performance “on the job” in the fire service or vice versa, and if so, in what way did he do it? “Teaching both hurt and helped me in the fire service. I need to keep up with the latest trends in the fire service. This is an advantage for most firefighters because it is a proven fact that most crews follow current trends. Unfortunately, officers like training (old school), so what I know is sometimes considered firefighting (in the textbooks). 2) How to reconcile work, teaching and family life so that they all work together without problem? It hasn't always been easy, but my family has been my greatest asset. They understand that I love my job, but also that I love teaching. Teaching requires me to make several trips around the state and even though my family doesn't like it, they understand. However, there are times when it becomes very stressful. 3) Do you integrate work with teaching or vice versa, and if so, in what ways do you do it? "Yes, my officer is also an SCFA instructor, so we teach a lot of newbies and on-post recruits. We spend 8 hours a day teaching, then do the normal shift on the aircraft as a team active 4) Would you be able to take up a full-time teaching position immediately? lost my left leg working on an MVA, so I can't teach during my laborer internship but I've been offered a full-time position at SCFA if I can't return to the truck.5) Is-. Is there a difference between your teaching workload and your full-time job, if so, can you explain them to me Yes, my teaching... middle of paper ...... ach. » 3) Are there any special licenses required for this position? 4) What certifications must be obtained for this position? 5) Why did you choose this career specialty? as we teach our new students each member of the fire department must bring a specialty, it sets you apart and we can't all learn. It's just too much. I first started specializing in water rescue. I am a PADI certified diver and Rescue Diver. Later, I realized that I enjoyed being in front of a classroom much more. I could make a bigger difference and do it more often. Once I realized that, I went out and got as many teaching certifications as I could. I just can't describe it, it's a great feeling to see a student who didn't understand something or something click with them. I guess I do it for selfish reasons, I love teaching.”