Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Patti Bankuti

Delaware North
Clifton,NJ
39
years of professional experience

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in retail sales and paraprofessional support. Strong in teamwork, communication, and handling customer needs with patience. Committed to accurate transactions, smooth operations, and positive service outcomes.

Work History

Retail Sales Associate

4 Years 1 Month
Delaware North | 09.2022 - Current
  • Processed sales accurately through register systems, balancing payments and receipts consistently.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Consistently met personal sales goals through proactive engagement with customers and upselling techniques when appropriate.

Paraprofessional

1 Year 9 Months
Nutley Board Of Education | 09.2022 - 06.2024
  • Supported students with special needs through redirection, encouragement, and task completion assistance.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.

Paraprofessional

12 Years 8 Months
Clifton Board of Education | 10.2009 - 06.2022
  • Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lesson objectives and adapting materials for diverse student needs.
  • Assisted teachers with small-group instruction, independent work, and individualized academic support.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Performed ABA therapy to students with Autism.

Sales Associate

3 Years 1 Month
Macys Department Store | 10.1992 - 11.1995
  • Delivered personalized customer service, using product knowledge to recommend apparel, accessories, and home merchandise.
  • Operated POS systems accurately, processed returns, exchanges, and payment transactions efficiently.
  • Maintained polished sales floor, organized merchandise, and supported visual presentation standards.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly, ensuring positive shopping experiences and repeat business.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Third Key Holder

2 Years
Jean Country | 01.1988 - 01.1990
  • Opened and closed store, securing cash, inventory, and sales floor according to company procedures.
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring consistent customer service and smooth shift coverage.
  • Supported associates with register issues, point-of-sale transactions, and policy questions.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly, preserving service quality and store satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma

Nutley High School | Nutley, NJ | 06-1985

- Obtained 38 Credits in Retail Business Management

Bergen Community College | Paramus, NJ

Skills

Retail sales
Customer service
Problem-solving
Time management
Customer assistance
Cash handling
Teamwork
Team collaboration

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate

Delaware North
09.2022 - CurrentRead More

Paraprofessional

Nutley Board Of Education
09.2022 - 06.2024Read More

Paraprofessional

Clifton Board of Education
10.2009 - 06.2022Read More

Sales Associate

Macys Department Store
10.1992 - 11.1995Read More

Third Key Holder

Jean Country
01.1988 - 01.1990Read More

Bergen Community College

from Obtained 38 Credits in Retail Business Management
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Nutley High School

High School Diploma
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Patti Bankuti