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.
Record list
Highest-paid first / page 25
Home School Coordinator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Susan Miller works as a Home School Coordinator for Elementary and Secondary Education. Susan earned $48,123 in 2024.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Amber Anderson serves as a Teacher. Their 2025 pay totaled $48,093.
Dd Counselor IV/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kristine Kirn is a Dd Counselor IV at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $48,076.
Benefit Program Technician/Elementary and Secondary Education
Shannon Johnson holds the role of Benefit Program Technician at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $48,074.
Supervisor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Rebecca Troxell is a Supervisor at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $48,016.
Program Coordinator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Megan Mccarty holds the role of Program Coordinator at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $48,005.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Karey Schaitel is a Vr Counselor at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,980.
Supervisor of Instruction/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jay Reese is a Supervisor of Instruction at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $47,961.
Building Administrator/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Daniel Lane serves as a Building Administrator. Their 2025 pay totaled $47,852.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Laura Smith is a Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,851.
Compliance Inspector/Elementary and Secondary Education
Katie Bruggeman holds the role of Compliance Inspector at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $47,829.
Nutrition Program Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Abbie Mcferron serves as a Nutrition Program Specialist. Their 2024 pay totaled $47,829.
Registered Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
Taylor Parrigon works as a Registered Nurse for Elementary and Secondary Education. Taylor earned $47,762 in 2025.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Grace Thomas serves as a Vr Counselor. Their 2025 pay totaled $47,731.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Joy Waechter serves as a Vr Counselor. Their 2025 pay totaled $47,713.
Vr Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Raychel Hodgson is a Vr Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $47,637.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Laura Jordan works as a Vr Counselor for Elementary and Secondary Education. Laura earned $47,570 in 2025.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Zachary Smith is a Vr Counselor at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,570.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Maria Tolliver holds the role of Vr Counselor at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $47,570.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Nathan Webb is a Vr Counselor at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,570.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
April Zornes works as a Vr Counselor for Elementary and Secondary Education. April earned $47,570 in 2025.
Supervisor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Carvella Bennett is a Supervisor at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,531.
Program Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Cassandra Matos holds the role of Program Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $47,522.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Nicole Waller is a Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $47,517.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Bethany Hornbeck is a Vr Counselor at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $47,516.
Physical Education Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Colton Glover works as a Physical Education Teacher for Elementary and Secondary Education. Colton earned $47,470 in 2025.
Supervisor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Terri Hovey works as a Supervisor for Elementary and Secondary Education. Terri earned $47,425 in 2025.
Executive Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
Heather Northway holds the role of Executive Assistant at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $47,371.
Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
Melissa Flournoy Mcgaw is a Director at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $47,367.
Building Administrator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Patrick Brady holds the role of Building Administrator at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $47,363.
Compliance Inspector/Elementary and Secondary Education
Christine Hughes holds the role of Compliance Inspector at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $47,356.
Nutrition Program Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Bobbi Cole holds the role of Nutrition Program Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $47,356.
Agency Budget Senior Analyst/Elementary and Secondary Education
Matthew Mcteer works as a Agency Budget Senior Analyst for Elementary and Secondary Education. Matthew earned $47,303 in 2025.
Program Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lora Fanter holds the role of Program Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $47,251.
Registered Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
Sarah Pyeatte is a Registered Nurse at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,161.
Program Administrator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Bryon Seboldt is a Program Administrator at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,062.
Program Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Alli Thompson is a Program Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $47,026.
Registered Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
Nancy Vu is a Registered Nurse at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $46,952.
Dd Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Megan Stahl holds the role of Dd Counselor at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $46,869.
Research Analyst/Elementary and Secondary Education
Richard Griggs works as a Research Analyst for Elementary and Secondary Education. Richard earned $46,863 in 2025.