Become a Volunteer Instructor

Share your expertise and help train tomorrow's firefighters

Why Volunteer With Us?

Make a lasting impact on youth development and fire service excellence

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Shape the Future

Directly influence the next generation of firefighters and emergency responders

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Professional Development

Enhance your teaching skills and stay current with fire service training methods

Give Back

Share your knowledge and experience to strengthen our community's emergency response capabilities

Volunteer Opportunities

Multiple ways to contribute your expertise

Lead Instructor

  • " Teach specific curriculum modules
  • " Develop lesson plans and assessments
  • " Mentor students in specialized skills
  • " Coordinate with other instructors
  • " Time commitment: 4-8 hours/month

Guest Presenter

  • " Share specialized expertise
  • " Present on specific topics
  • " Demonstrate advanced techniques
  • " Share career experiences
  • " Time commitment: 2-4 hours/session

Skills Assistant

  • " Assist with practical training
  • " Support safety during exercises
  • " Help with equipment setup
  • " Provide one-on-one guidance
  • " Time commitment: 2-4 hours/month

Subject Matter Expert

  • " Review curriculum content
  • " Provide technical expertise
  • " Update training materials
  • " Advise on best practices
  • " Time commitment: 1-2 hours/month

Volunteer Qualifications

We welcome fire service professionals at all levels

Preferred Qualifications

  • " Active or retired firefighter
  • " Fire I/II certification
  • " EMT or higher medical certification
  • " Fire service instructor experience
  • " Specialized rescue certifications

Essential Requirements

  • " Passion for fire service
  • " Commitment to youth development
  • " Clear background check
  • " Strong communication skills
  • " Professional demeanor

Specialty Areas Needed

Help us provide comprehensive training coverage

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Fire Suppression

Hose operations, fire attack tactics, ventilation, search and rescue

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Emergency Medical

First aid, CPR, trauma care, medical emergencies

Technical Rescue

Vehicle extrication, rope rescue, confined space, structural collapse

 

HazMat

Hazardous materials awareness, operations, and decontamination

Wildland

Wildland firefighting, rural operations, forestry techniques

Leadership

Officer development, incident command, team leadership

What We Provide

Supporting our volunteer instructors

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Curriculum Resources

Complete lesson plans, training materials, and assessment tools

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Training Support

Instructor orientation, ongoing training, and professional development

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Liability Coverage

Insurance coverage and safety protocols for all volunteer activities

Ready to Make a Difference?

Contact us to learn more about volunteer instructor opportunities and how you can help shape the next generation of firefighters.

Apply to Volunteer

All volunteers subject to background check and orientation process