Kathryn Barry
Andover,MA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated dance professional with extensive experience at Nancy Chippendales Dance Studios. Proven ability in student engagement and mentorship, fostering inclusivity and safety. Accomplished competitor with Team USA, showcasing strong teamwork and adaptability. Skilled in various dance techniques, consistently achieving excellence in performance and training.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Dance Teacher
Nancy Chippendales Dance Studios
2021 - Current
- Student Taught dancers aged 2- early elementary school
- Instructed students in various dance styles.
- Collaborated with classes assigned teacher and assisted them to effectively run the class.
- Collaborated with parents to provide feedback on student development.
- Assisted students through annual dance recital.
- Student taught for 4 weeks of summer camp, summer of sophomore-senior year
Babysitter
Independant
2021 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement in playtime.
- Developed and implemented creative educational games to promote learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
Team USA Tap Team
American Tap Company
2017 - Current
- Competed with Team USA at the IDO World Tap Championships in 2018, 2023 and 2025
- 2023 World Adult Formation World Champion, Dance: Kalidescope
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
American Tap Company Dancer
American Tap Company
2017 - Current
- Selected to be a member of the American Tap Company since age 8
- Participated in weekly trainings and intensives
- Trained with elite dancers and world renounced choreographers
Competitive Dance Team Dancer
Nancy Chippendales Dance Studios
2016 - Current
- Competed in regional and national competitions annually
- Participated in annual Dance United Summer camp, with traveling international dancers
- Performed and trained in: ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary and modern
- Consistently took technique classes for 10 hours every week
- Consistently rehearsed dances for 8 hours every week
- Rehearsal hours and times varied in accordance to performances
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers, and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
Education
High School Diploma -
Andover High School
Andover, MA05-2026
Skills
- Dance technique
- Student engagement
- Safety
- Inclusivity awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Flexible schedule
- Physical fitness
- Student mentoring
- Competitive dance
Timeline
Student Dance Teacher
Nancy Chippendales Dance Studios
2021 - Current
Babysitter
Independant
2021 - Current
Team USA Tap Team
American Tap Company
2017 - Current
American Tap Company Dancer
American Tap Company
2017 - Current
Competitive Dance Team Dancer
Nancy Chippendales Dance Studios
2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Andover High School
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