Tiara Pina-Contreras
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
Waterbury, CT
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans to maintain educational continuity during teacher absences.
- Fostered positive learning environments, encouraging student engagement and participation.
- Developed relationships with students, promoting a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Sales Associate Manager
Metro PCSInc
Danbury, CT
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Led sales team to achieve quarterly targets through strategic planning and effective coaching.
- Implemented training programs for new associates, enhancing product knowledge and customer service skills.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimizing inventory management and product placement strategies.
- Fostered relationships with key customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in sales techniques and customer engagement strategies.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline operational processes and improve productivity.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance employee performance and engagement.
Dental Assistant
Dental Docs
Danbury, CT
12.2019 - 11.2021
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing instruments and materials as needed.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices effectively.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Dental Assistant
New England Dental
Danbury
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained sterilization protocols and ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency within the practice.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Operated dental software for scheduling appointments and managing patient records efficiently.
- Monitored inventory levels of dental supplies, placing orders to ensure availability for operations.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT08-2018
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School
Danbury06-2018
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Positive reinforcement
- Great verbal and written communication
- Instructional strategies
- Complex Problem-solving
- Records management
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
01.2024 - Current
Sales Associate Manager
Metro PCSInc
05.2022 - 02.2024
Dental Assistant
Dental Docs
12.2019 - 11.2021
Dental Assistant
New England Dental
09.2018 - 01.2019
No Degree - General Studies
Naugatuck Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School