Kendall Payne
Quincy,MA
Summary
Professional dance educator with commitment to fostering student growth and passion for dance. Extensive experience in supporting lead instructors and enhancing student engagement through creative choreography. Highly reliable team player with focus on achieving teaching goals and adapting to dynamic classroom needs. Proficient in dance techniques and classroom management, valued for positive and motivating attitude.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Jamie Campbells Dance Company
Braintreee, MA
06.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging dance curricula for diverse age groups.
- Mentored junior instructors to enhance teaching methodologies and student engagement.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and adapted lesson plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to address student needs and foster supportive learning environments.
Relationship Manager
FINTRX
Boston, MA
07.2023 - Current
- Manage a portfolio of enterprise clients across the alternative investment industry
- Lead complex contract renewals, upsell initiatives, and multi-stakeholder negotiations
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Client Success teams to onboard new enterprise users, deliver customized training sessions, and communicate client feedback that informed platform enhancements and adoption strategies.
- Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key decision-makers, providing market insights, usage analysis, and strategic guidance that increased platform engagement, strengthened long-term partnerships, and supported fundraising and business development efforts.
Volunteer Coach
Newton South
Newton, MA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- 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.
Professional Dancer
Celtics Entertainment
Boston, MA
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Well trained in Pro-Action choreography
- Rehearsed under Marina Ortega, 3 practices per week
Professional Dancer
Connecticut Sun
Uncasville, CT
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Choreographed dynamic performances that enhanced audience engagement and showcased dance techniques.
- Collaborated with creative teams to develop innovative routines and thematic presentations for events.
- Mentored junior dancers, fostering skill development and confidence in performance settings.
- Analyzed audience feedback to refine performances, ensuring alignment with entertainment goals.
Dance Teacher
Studio 320
Kearney, MO
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Designed and implemented innovative dance curricula tailored to diverse student needs.
- Facilitated engaging dance classes for various age groups, fostering creativity and self-expression.
- Mentored junior instructors, providing guidance on teaching techniques and classroom management.
- Evaluated student performance, delivering constructive feedback to enhance skills and confidence.
Rock Chalk Dancer
University Of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
05.2018 - 05.2022
- 4 year team member, and team leader representing University of Kansas.
- Events include game day and fan experience for Football, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, and Soccer, as well as University of Kansas traditions and appearances.
- Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to properly enact intended vision.
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
- Social and Support chair.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism, Strategic Communications
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
University Of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2022
Minor - Business Management
University Of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2022
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Developing, managing, and leading large group projects for significant organizations under high pressure
- Advanced strength in quick problem solving and conflict resolution
- Big 3 League - choreographer & performer
- New Kids On The Block "The Mixtape Tour" - dancer & performer
- Krizz Kaliko in "Talk Up On It" - dancer & performer
- 2022 NCAA Final Four National Championship - dancer & performer
Affiliations
University of Kansas Dance Company - 2018-2022
Timeline
Volunteer Coach
Newton South
08.2025 - 12.2025
Dance Teacher
Jamie Campbells Dance Company
06.2025 - Current
Professional Dancer
Connecticut Sun
04.2024 - 11.2025
Relationship Manager
FINTRX
07.2023 - Current
Professional Dancer
Celtics Entertainment
05.2023 - 08.2024
Rock Chalk Dancer
University Of Kansas
05.2018 - 05.2022
Dance Teacher
Studio 320
08.2016 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
University Of Kansas
Minor - Business Management
University Of Kansas
Bachelor of Science - Journalism, Strategic Communications
University of Kansas
Social Media
Instagram: @kendallkpayne
Facebook: Kendall Payne