Sara Ceroni

PhD | International Education Manager, Southeast Europe

Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

About

I’m an education professional with a background in teaching, research, and program management, and experience in business development, stakeholder management and strategic communication. Multilingual (Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian) and culturally fluent, I’m passionate about building partnerships and leading initiatives that create impact for students, communities, and organizations.

Experience

  • Cambridge University Press & Assessment (6 yrs 7 mos)
    • International Education Manager, Southeast Europe
      May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

      Manage and grow relationships with schools, distributors, and educational partners across multiple countries in Southeast Europe to expand the network of Cambridge schools and improve programme uptake and compliance with international educational standards.

    • Regional Training Manager, Europe
      May 2023 - May 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      Planned and delivered teacher professional development events across multiple European countries, building strategic relationships with schools, trainers, and suppliers. Leveraged regional insights to maximize program impact. Managed budgets, resources, and operations to ensure success and long-term sustainability.

    • Schools Relationship Manager, Italy
      Oct 2021 - Apr 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

      Managed a portfolio of Cambridge schools in Italy, building strong relationships, promoting adoption of international programs and exams, and supporting growth through market visits, events and marketing campaigns.

  • EFL teacher at Academia TEBA
    Aug 2019 - Dec 2019 · 5 mos

    Taught English language and exam preparation courses (A2–C1) to teenagers and adults, focusing on language practice and exam preparation.

  • Visiting Lecturer of English at Universidad de Granada
    Sep 2018 - Aug 2019 · 1 yr

    Designed and taught English language courses for Spanish undergraduate students, led tutorials, and contributed to departmental committees to support program development and student engagement.

  • University of Massachusetts Amherst (Amherst, Massachusetts, United States)
    • Research Teaching Associate
      Sep 2013 - Aug 2019 · 6 yrs

      Developed and led Literature and Language modules for US undergraduate students. Managed research projects and secured funding. Collaborated with departmental committees to plan and implement strategic initiatives. Served as Representative on the International Student Committee, contributing to policy discussions, program planning and cross-cultural engagement.

    • Assistant Director, Oxford Summer Program
      Sep 2017 - Aug 2018 · 1 yr

      Oversaw the university’s largest study abroad program in Europe, managing budgets, securing funding, and ensuring operational efficiency. Designed and coordinated the cultural immersion program for students, including lectures, workshops, and field trips. Built and maintained international partnerships to strengthen program reach and impact.

  • College of the Holy Cross (2 yrs)
    • International Student Advisor, Bologna Program
      Aug 2012 - Jul 2013 · 1 yr

      Designed and led the cultural program for incoming US exchange students at the University of Bologna. Provided guidance and support as the first point of contact for non-academic matters.

    • Foreign Language Assistant, Italian Program
      Aug 2011 - Jul 2012 · 1 yr

      Delivered a year-long language and cultural immersion program for US students, combining interactive language classes with cultural learning experiences.