Anthony has a master's degree in teaching. He is currently renewing his Oregon teaching license and has a current background clearance. His teaching endorsements are in CTE engineering technology and social studies. He began working in public education after 25 years performing technical work for the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction industries.

   Anthony previously served as a volunteer Parks & Recreation Commissioner for the City of Bandon. He substantially helped create Friends of Bandon Parks and Recreation, a non-profit charity corporation, where he served as an interim volunteer board member. He also works as a substitute at Ocean Crest Elementary School in Bandon on an as needed basis.