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 67
Dd Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Cathy Backes is a Dd Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $14,787.
Dd Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Michelle Ipock holds the role of Dd Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,787.
Dd Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Bao Lor holds the role of Dd Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,787.
Dd Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Michael Myers is a Dd Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $14,787.
Dd Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Samalynn Scherer holds the role of Dd Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,787.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Crystal Hardey holds the role of Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,780.
Residential Advisor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Tenesha Williams works as a Residential Advisor I for Elementary and Secondary Education. Tenesha earned $14,737 in 2023.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Brandy Miller is a Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $14,718.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Courtney Miles works as a Teacher Aide for Elementary and Secondary Education. Courtney earned $14,695 in 2025.
Residential Advisor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Zjequan Kirby serves as a Residential Advisor I. Their 2025 pay totaled $14,660.
Procurement Supervisor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lisa Percival holds the role of Procurement Supervisor at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $14,658.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kaela Beger is a Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $14,641.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Tekuila Richardson holds the role of Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,635.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Jennifer Hickson serves as a Teacher Aide. Their 2024 pay totaled $14,621.
Vr Counselor IV/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Christopher Bibbs serves as a Vr Counselor IV. Their 2023 pay totaled $14,606.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kelly Clarkson holds the role of Dd Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $14,588.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Joshua Huston works as a Dd Counselor I for Elementary and Secondary Education. Joshua earned $14,588 in 2024.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Amy Palmer is a Dd Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $14,588.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Shawna Shannon holds the role of Dd Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $14,588.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Shelly Zarr holds the role of Dd Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2024, their total compensation was $14,588.
Accounting Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Janet Schiwitz holds the role of Accounting Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,504.
Dormitory Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Nancy Baker serves as a Dormitory Director. Their 2023 pay totaled $14,473.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kelly Young works as a Teacher for Elementary and Secondary Education. Kelly earned $14,465 in 2025.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Mary Provance works as a Teacher for Elementary and Secondary Education. Mary earned $14,407 in 2024.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Kathryn Ingram serves as a Dd Counselor I. Their 2024 pay totaled $14,406.
Building Administrator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Adina Welsh holds the role of Building Administrator at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,396.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Chelsea Griffin serves as a Teacher Aide. Their 2023 pay totaled $14,383.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Angela Eckert serves as a Teacher Aide. Their 2025 pay totaled $14,381.
Assistant Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
Paul Dibello holds the role of Assistant Director at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $14,370.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Phillip Thomas holds the role of Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $14,367.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Emily Lay holds the role of Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $14,318.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Tina Dougan works as a Teacher Aide for Elementary and Secondary Education. Tina earned $14,296 in 2023.
Storekeeper II/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Jc Jackson serves as a Storekeeper II. Their 2024 pay totaled $14,290.
Mcdhh Office Support Specialis/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Laurie Lister serves as a Mcdhh Office Support Specialis. Their 2023 pay totaled $14,289.
Assistant School Services Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
Susanne Hanscom works as a Assistant School Services Director for Elementary and Secondary Education. Susanne earned $14,272 in 2025.
Program Coordinator/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Courtney Hicks serves as a Program Coordinator. Their 2025 pay totaled $14,266.
Compliance Inspector/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Macie Herrig serves as a Compliance Inspector. Their 2023 pay totaled $14,251.
Program Manager/Elementary and Secondary Education
Denise Ridenhour works as a Program Manager for Elementary and Secondary Education. Denise earned $14,249 in 2024.
Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
Roger Kelley works as a Director for Elementary and Secondary Education. Roger earned $14,224 in 2023.
School Support Associate/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Mary Morrell serves as a School Support Associate. Their 2024 pay totaled $14,207.