Diane Langlan-Wortz
Cheshire,CT
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong foundation in curriculum development and student engagement. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environments. Enthusiastic collaborator who effectively adapts to evolving educational needs. Equipped with expertise in instructional strategies, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environments. Consistently focused on achieving tangible results and supporting student success. Imparts comprehensive practical knowledge in varied modalities to enhance deeper learning. Develops meaningful assessments to complement and validate course curriculum.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct & Visiting Instructor
QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSITY
01.2012 - Current
- Undergraduate level courses taught: Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Forensic Psychology, Crime and Society, Victimology, Advanced Victimology, Restorative Justice, Perspectives on Violence, Internship in the Community.
- Graduate level courses taught: Victimology (medical school).
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear goals, expectations and timelines.
- Developed curricula to include textbooks, research papers, articles, videos and guest speakers based on current theories and practices.
- Included a focus on race, ethnicity, gender, age and socioeconomic class in criminal justice issues.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems, referring to support services as needed.
- Promoted classroom safety, inclusivity and collaboration.
- Tested and evaluated students through various assessments.
- Reviewed student feedback to identify areas of growth and need for improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Advised students in Criminal Justice program regarding course planning, internship placements and career paths.
Adjunct Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN
01.2002 - 01.2018
- Undergraduate level courses taught: Victim Law and Service Administration, Victimology, Forensic Psychology, Domestic Violence.
- Graduate level courses taught: Domestic and Sexual Violence, Advanced Victimology.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear goals, expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Promoted classroom safety, inclusivity and collaboration.
Court Planner
STATE OF CT. JUDICIAL BRANCH, COURT SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Responsible for writing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), based upon best practices research, for programs providing services to probationers.
- Reviewed RFP responses and made recommendations for funding recipients.
- Provided training to Alternative to Incarceration Programs (AIC) and conducted program monitoring to ensure that standards were met and maintained.
- Tracked trainings that AIC program staff attended to ensure that staff were educated in most current practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
Staff Development Officer
STATE OF CT. JUDICIAL BRANCH, OFFICE OF VICTIM SERVICES
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Responsible for curriculum design and delivery of training programs for the Office of Victim Services (OVS) staff including Victim Services Advocates, Compensation Claims Examiners, Supervisors and Support Staff.
- Designed curricula and delivered trainings for Judicial Branch employees including Judicial Marshals and Probation Officers regarding crime victims' needs as well as educating trainers on how to connect with their audience.
- Designed curricula and delivered training for police agencies on the topics of First Responders to Victims of Crime, Death Notification, Responding to Victims of Sexual Violence, and Working with Child Victims.
- Designed all police trainings in accordance with Police Officers Standards and Training (POST) Council requirements and Connecticut General Statutes.
- Delivered training regarding the criminal court process and crime victims rights to OVS subcontracted agencies.
- Trained community agencies on victims' issues including Working with Mentally Ill Victims of Crime, Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking, and Working with Homeless Victims of Crime.
- Designed outreach program to police departments statewide to provide education on amended laws regarding crime victims.
- Designed and reviewed training evaluations and updated curricula accordingly.
- Developed employee job competencies with OVS staff to develop individual development plans to enhance employee goal setting and training.
- Researched and recruited instructors and guest speakers and collaborated with other agencies to coordinate statewide training workshops for police agencies.
- Trained OVS staff for POST certification and provided oversight to OVS's speakers bureau and POST trainers.
Victim Services Advocate
STATE OF CT. JUDICIAL BRANCH, OFFICE OF VICTIM SERVICES
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Provided crisis intervention counseling to victims of violent crimes.
- Assessed victims' emotional and social service needs and made referrals to community based service providers.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
- Provided information regarding the criminal justice system and judicial process to crime victims
- Educated victims regarding their rights, assisted them in filing motions, delivering victim impact statements and advocated for victims' rights in court.
- Developed and maintained working relationships with judges, prosecutors and defense attorneys while advocating victims' positions regarding desired outcomes for criminal cases.
- Assisted prosecutors in preparing victims to testify and provided support to victims throughout the court process.
- Conducted presentations for state agencies, community services providers and universities regarding victim related topics.
Coordinator, Sexual Abuse Prevention Program
COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR CHILDREN IN CRISIS
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Coordinated education and prevention program for victims of sexual abuse and their non-offending family members.
- Conducted and evaluated client intake and needs assessments.
- Provided individual counseling and safety planning for sexual abuse victims.
- Assessed social service needs and made appropriate referrals to community agencies.
- Worked in collaboration with child protective services and law enforcement to limit trauma to children caused by re-interviewing.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings with prosecutors, law enforcement, child protective services, physicians and mental health professionals to ensure timely, thorough investigations of sexual abuse and severe physical abuse cases while limiting re-traumatization to victims.
- Improved case efficiency with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Lead psychoeducational groups for parents of sexual abuse victims.
- Developed community education programs regarding personal safety, recognizing child abuse and utilizing multidisciplinary teams.
- Supervised Sexual Assault Crisis Service program which provided in office counseling as well as 24-hour on call services.
- Wrote successful grant applications and implemented training conferences for investigators of physical and sexual abuse allegations.
Education
Master of Arts Degree - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY
New York, New York06.1994
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, Connecticut05.1992
Skills
- Effective communication
- Classroom instruction
- Curriculum development
- Collaborative teaching environment
- Inclusive teaching practices
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Cross disciplinary teaching
- Career path advising
- Department and University engagement
Publications
Hillbrand, M., Langlan, D., Nelson, C., Clark, J., Dion, S., Cerebral Lateralization and Aggression, M. Hillbrand, N. Palone, The Psychobiology of Aggression: Engines, Measurement, Controls, 81-90, Haworth Press, 1994, Middletown, CT
Community Service
- Elim Park Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, Cheshire, CT, Volunteer, 01/01/19, 12/31/20
- Victims Rights Center of Connecticut, Wallingford, CT, Board of Directors, 01/01/16, 12/31/18
- Copper Valley Swim and Tennis Club, Cheshire, CT, Board of Directors, 01/01/13, 12/31/16
Research and teaching interests
- Violent Crime Victimization
- Trauma Informed Care
- Restorative Justice
- Juvenile Justice & Rehabilitation
- Vicarious Traumatization and Compassion Fatigue
Timeline
Adjunct & Visiting Instructor
QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSITY
01.2012 - Current
Court Planner
STATE OF CT. JUDICIAL BRANCH, COURT SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION
01.2008 - 01.2009
Staff Development Officer
STATE OF CT. JUDICIAL BRANCH, OFFICE OF VICTIM SERVICES
01.2005 - 01.2008
Adjunct Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN
01.2002 - 01.2018
Victim Services Advocate
STATE OF CT. JUDICIAL BRANCH, OFFICE OF VICTIM SERVICES
01.1999 - 01.2005
Coordinator, Sexual Abuse Prevention Program
COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR CHILDREN IN CRISIS
01.1995 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
Master of Arts Degree - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY
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