Stacy Castronova
New Lenox,IL
Summary
An accomplished educator with ten years of experience educating Allied Health Science Division students. Published author in peer-reviewed journals that emphasize current trends in healthcare and innovative teaching strategies. Excels at delivering didactic instruction in-person, hybrid, or online using various learning management systems and web applications. Ability to apply theory to practice while planning and assessing student outcomes, providing program evaluation, and student-centered teaching methods. A committed faculty member passionate about ensuring the institution's academic integrity by becoming a hands-on advisor and mentor who leads by example to create a positive, inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Editor
Student RDH
08.2023 - Current
- Edit approximately 10 manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, syntax, and clarity
- Developed and maintained relationships with authors and primary editor for revisions.
Adjunct Faculty
College of DuPage
05.2013 - Current
- Provide didactic material to students in both classroom and laboratory settings
- Incorporate principles of health and illness and acknowledge impact of cultural views
- Employ principles of cultural competency in teaching methodologies
- Initiated, facilitated, and moderated classroom discussions to promote student-centered learning
- Planned, evaluated, and revised curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction for Head and Neck Anatomy, Histology and Embryology
- Provide students with clinical assistance during first- and second-year hygiene clinical sessions
- Developed learning management systems (BlackBoard) online curriculum for courses taught
- Developed learning management systems discussion forums rubric
- Appraise assessment methods for instructional purposes and identify strengths and weaknesses.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student understanding and measure progress effectively.
- Collaborated with fellow faculty members to develop innovative teaching strategies for improved learning outcomes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends, teaching methods, and subject matter expertise.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Conducted research within the area of expertise to contribute to expanding knowledge within the area of expertise to contribute to expanding knowledge within the education field and share findings through publications or conference presentations.
- Taught health science courses, instructing up to 30 undergraduate students.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Carly Paragas DDS
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided treatment to complex periodontal patients; performed treatment planning and pain control, including administering local anesthesia, tissue management, periodontal maintenance, and advanced instrumentation
- Perform infection control procedures, including disinfection/sterilization and appropriate barrier techniques; maintain patient records, recalls, and schedules.
Education
Doctor of Health Science - Educational Leadership
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Science
Boston, MA12.2022
Masters of Science Education -
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT05.2014
Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale05.2004
Skills
- Teams and Teamwork
- Time Management
- Microsoft 365 Suite
- Problem Solver
- Communication
- Empathy
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Active Listener
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Innovation
- Creative
- Dependability
- Interpersonal Skills
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Interprofessional Education
- Research Methodologies
- Curriculum Development
- Teaching and Learning Methodologies
- Program Evaluation
- Population Health
- DEI(B)
- Research and Writing
- Cloud Computing
- Database Management
- Classroom Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
- Professional Educators License (PEL) Illinois (2024-Current)
- Registered Dental Hygienist (2004-Current)
- Local Anesthetic/Nitrous Oxide (2004-Current)
Awards
MCPHS University School of Arts and Science Academic Achievement Award, 05/2023, Doctor of Health Science Capstone Project Award of Excellence
Volunteer Experience
- West Suburban Dental Hygiene Society, President-Elect, (2012-2013)
- West Suburban Dental Hygiene Society, President (2013-2014),
- Illinois Dental Hygiene Association (IDHA), Legislation Committee (2023-Current)
- Assist with legal matters pertaining to health care provider services.
- Illinois Dental Hygiene Association (IDHA), Annual Session Planning Committee (2023)
- Planned, assisted, and coordinated the two-day professional seminar event with various stakeholders.
- Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority, Chapter Operations Advisor (2012-Current)
- Northern Illinois University: Oversee operational activities for the Beta Alpha Chapter.
Projects
- RDH Magazine Article (manuscript in progress), Active ingredients in oral health rinses.
- Strategies to improve interprofessional education (IPE) program design, internal validity, and measurability of outcomes. (Manuscript in progress for publication).
- Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions, annual conference poster presentation in collaboration with MCPHS University faculty (Oct. 2023).
Timeline
Editor
Student RDH
08.2023 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Carly Paragas DDS
01.2015 - 01.2017
Adjunct Faculty
College of DuPage
05.2013 - Current
Doctor of Health Science - Educational Leadership
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Science
Masters of Science Education -
University of Bridgeport
Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene
Southern Illinois University
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