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 42
Physical Education Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Blake Burau serves as a Physical Education Teacher. Their 2024 pay totaled $32,309.
Registered Nurse, Bsn/Elementary and Secondary Education
Amanda Tobben works as a Registered Nurse, Bsn for Elementary and Secondary Education. Amanda earned $32,287 in 2025.
Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
Baylee Myers holds the role of Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,272.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Stephanie Palmer works as a Teacher Aide for Elementary and Secondary Education. Stephanie earned $32,256 in 2025.
Building Administrator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Traci Reaves holds the role of Building Administrator at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $32,166.
Cook II/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Allyssa Potts serves as a Cook II. Their 2025 pay totaled $32,127.
Assistant Food Service Manager/Elementary and Secondary Education
Judy Kraft is a Assistant Food Service Manager at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $32,116.
Registered Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lori Suddarth works as a Registered Nurse for Elementary and Secondary Education. Lori earned $32,107 in 2025.
Associate Research/Data Analyst/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Liam Whittington serves as a Associate Research/Data Analyst. Their 2025 pay totaled $32,073.
School Office Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
Aubrey Webb is a School Office Assistant at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $32,043.
Vr Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Felicia Roberts works as a Vr Counselor I for Elementary and Secondary Education. Felicia earned $32,018 in 2024.
Cook II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jennifer Allen is a Cook II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $31,972.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Julie Nichols holds the role of Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $31,950.
Administrative Support Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
Amber Flores is a Administrative Support Assistant at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $31,907.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Joyce Harrison holds the role of Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $31,903.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jamie Bond holds the role of Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $31,883.
Vr Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kyla Stelling is a Vr Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $31,877.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Stephanie Westerman serves as a Teacher. Their 2024 pay totaled $31,865.
Cook II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Brenda Miller holds the role of Cook II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $31,845.
Administrative Support Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Susan Kulyan serves as a Administrative Support Assistant. Their 2024 pay totaled $31,789.
Research Analyst/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Andrew Estep serves as a Research Analyst. Their 2023 pay totaled $31,782.
School Support Associate/Elementary and Secondary Education
Robert Blachowicz works as a School Support Associate for Elementary and Secondary Education. Robert earned $31,741 in 2024.
Accounting Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Daisha Hambrick is a Accounting Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $31,731.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kristen Aubuchon is a Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $31,709.
Custodial Worker II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kaylee Atwood is a Custodial Worker II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $31,659.
Residential Advisor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jemini Higgins holds the role of Residential Advisor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $31,641.
Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
Dawn Towles-Richards holds the role of Director at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $31,639.
Human Resource Manager/Elementary and Secondary Education
Carrie Andres works as a Human Resource Manager for Elementary and Secondary Education. Carrie earned $31,629 in 2023.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Andrew Rights is a Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $31,627.
School Office Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kimberly Holsten is a School Office Assistant at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $31,591.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Heather Smith works as a Teacher for Elementary and Secondary Education. Heather earned $31,590 in 2023.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Teresa Gunter works as a Teacher for Elementary and Secondary Education. Teresa earned $31,580 in 2025.
Assistant Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
Greg Turner works as a Assistant Director for Elementary and Secondary Education. Greg earned $31,565 in 2023.
Computer Information Technician/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lynn Norton holds the role of Computer Information Technician at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $31,557.
Vr Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Ciera Farrens holds the role of Vr Counselor at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $31,445.
School Office Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Juanita Haley serves as a School Office Assistant. Their 2024 pay totaled $31,445.
Assistant Superintendent/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Jimmy Hale serves as a Assistant Superintendent. Their 2025 pay totaled $31,419.
Nutrition Program Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Katrina Harris works as a Nutrition Program Specialist for Elementary and Secondary Education. Katrina earned $31,418 in 2024.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Sharaye Gilmore holds the role of Dd Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $31,394.
Vr Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, January Boyer serves as a Vr Counselor II. Their 2025 pay totaled $31,367.