Missouri / Elementary and Secondary Education
Agency file
The Elementary and Secondary Education administers public education — funding, academic standards, and the operation of schools.
In 2025, this agency had 2,813 employees with median total compensation of $30,007; the highest distinct record was $245,073.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2025 total compensation is spread across the 2,813 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($30,007) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $68,161 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $2,187. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Trend
How this department's total payroll, headcount, and median pay changed across the 3 published years.
| Year | Total payroll | Employees | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $84.1M — | 2,746 — | $27,299 — |
| 2024 | $89.3M ▲ 6.2% | 2,907 ▲ 5.9% | $25,725 ▼ 5.8% |
| 2025 | $93.7M ▲ 4.9% | 2,813 ▼ 3.2% | $30,007 ▲ 16.6% |
Record list
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Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Briana Kagarice is a Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $1,302.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Kryste Alexander serves as a Teacher Aide. Their 2024 pay totaled $1,299.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Cynthia Haeussler works as a Substitute Support for Elementary and Secondary Education. Cynthia earned $1,286 in 2023.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Elizabeth Schenewerk works as a Teacher Aide for Elementary and Secondary Education. Elizabeth earned $1,285 in 2023.
Home School Coordinator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Michelle Simonis is a Home School Coordinator at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $1,275.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Keshia Ellis serves as a Teacher Aide. Their 2025 pay totaled $1,275.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Matthew Marsh works as a Substitute Support for Elementary and Secondary Education. Matthew earned $1,266 in 2024.
Cook II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Barbara Fain holds the role of Cook II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $1,262.
Building Administrator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Tracy Allen works as a Building Administrator for Elementary and Secondary Education. Tracy earned $1,255 in 2023.
Long Term Substitute Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Caleb Bucshon serves as a Long Term Substitute Teacher. Their 2023 pay totaled $1,253.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Yavonda Pulley is a Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $1,251.
Residential Advisor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Alana Kerr is a Residential Advisor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $1,250.
Long Term Substitute Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Sarah Berry is a Long Term Substitute Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $1,238.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Hannah Henson holds the role of Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $1,233.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Jaycie Peters serves as a Substitute Support. Their 2024 pay totaled $1,212.
Short Term Substitute Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Louann Hoover holds the role of Short Term Substitute Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $1,207.
Long Term Substitute Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Kimberly Brewner serves as a Long Term Substitute Teacher. Their 2023 pay totaled $1,201.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Precious Roberts works as a Substitute Support for Elementary and Secondary Education. Precious earned $1,200 in 2023.
Home School Coordinator/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Vincietia Taylor serves as a Home School Coordinator. Their 2024 pay totaled $1,195.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Tracy Wilkowski works as a Teacher Aide for Elementary and Secondary Education. Tracy earned $1,187 in 2024.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jennifer Hickson is a Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $1,182.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Marquell Tate works as a Substitute Support for Elementary and Secondary Education. Marquell earned $1,179 in 2025.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Shannon Mason is a Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $1,179.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Sydney O'Guin holds the role of Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $1,170.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Brandi Verell is a Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $1,166.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Alexander Schnoebelen serves as a Substitute Support. Their 2023 pay totaled $1,163.
Short Term Substitute Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Georgia Jackson holds the role of Short Term Substitute Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $1,161.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Ropafadzo Nyakutya holds the role of Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $1,155.
Long Term Substitute Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Mary Greife works as a Long Term Substitute Teacher for Elementary and Secondary Education. Mary earned $1,152 in 2023.
Residential Advisor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Darlene Fields holds the role of Residential Advisor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $1,148.
Residential Advisor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Nancy Arnold works as a Residential Advisor I for Elementary and Secondary Education. Nancy earned $1,146 in 2023.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lindsey Hamilton is a Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $1,142.
Home School Coordinator, Ms/Elementary and Secondary Education
Ashley Bryant works as a Home School Coordinator, Ms for Elementary and Secondary Education. Ashley earned $1,139 in 2024.
Benefit Program Technician/Elementary and Secondary Education
Chemere Toombs is a Benefit Program Technician at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $1,130.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Tiffany Ladyman holds the role of Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $1,126.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Andrew Petersen serves as a Teacher Aide. Their 2025 pay totaled $1,119.
Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Margaret Collier serves as a Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse. Their 2025 pay totaled $1,111.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Alisia Johnston serves as a Substitute Support. Their 2023 pay totaled $1,105.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Patti Majors is a Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $1,103.
Substitute Support/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jaela Merrifield holds the role of Substitute Support at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $1,103.