Anthony Serafini
Leominster
Summary
Veteran middle school educator with 25 years of experience teaching Civics and English Language Arts. Expertise in project based learning, civic engagement, and media literacy aligned to Massachusetts standards. Proven leader in organizing large-scale student civic experiences and mentoring educators. Committed to developing informed, engaged citizens through real-world learning opportunities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
City of Fitchburg
Fitchburg
08.2000 - Current
- Design and deliver standards-aligned civics curriculum using the Democratic Knowledge Project framework
- Facilitated inquiry-based instruction on real-world issues, empowering student voices and promoting civic engagement
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and collaboration.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA06-1999
Skills
- Civics and Government Instruction
- Curriculum development
- Differentiation & ELL Supports
- Project-Based Learning
- Media Literacy & Research Skills
- Professional development
- Parent communication
Certification
- Middle School: Humanities (English/History) 5-8
- Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement
Affiliations
- Washington DC Trip Coordinator Advisor (2022-Present)
- Building-Based Mentor for New Teachers (2024-25)
- FPS Social Studies Summer Curriculum Work (2022-24)
- FPS Distributed Leadership Team Member (2020)
Timeline
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
City of Fitchburg
08.2000 - Current
Master of Arts - History
Fitchburg State University
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
Fitchburg State University