Virginia Sklar Muscatello

Dr. Virginia Sklar Muscatello is a Lecturer at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), holding dual appointments in the Life Sciences Core and the Department of Psychology. Her work bridges developmental psychology and education through equity-focused, evidence-based practices in academic and community settings.

Her educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Education, specializing in Human Development and Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles (2023)

Dr. Sklar Muscatello's research centers on developmental psychology and special education, with extensive collaboration involving autistic youth and mental health clinicians. She champions equity-minded approaches in educational and community contexts, emphasizing active, learner-centered teaching methods to cultivate critical thinking and student agency. Her interdisciplinary work spans evidence-based pedagogy and mental health applications.

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At Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), Dr. Sklar Muscatello leads comprehensive education and training initiatives, developing and evaluating research education programs for clinical teams, physician-researchers, and healthcare professionals across pediatric subspecialties.