Melissa Cowburn
Department Head
Employer
Waterloo Region District School BoardProvince
OntarioYear
2023Sector
School BoardsJob Title
Department HeadCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$123,332.91
-13.1% YoY
Career Earnings
$375,298.48
3 years on record
Career High
$141,976.88
in 2024
Average Annual
$125,099.49
+12% total growth
2023 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$109,888.45
Benefits
$100.24
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $123,332.91 | -13.1% |
| 2024 | $141,976.88 | +29.1% |
| 2023 | $109,988.69 | – |
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