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Gaston Day School

Founded in 1967, Gaston Day School is a non-sectarian college preparatory institution for grades Pre-S through 12. Throughout its history, nearly 100% of its graduating classes have entered four-year colleges and universities immediately upon graduation. Located in Gastonia, North Carolina, the school serves communities in five counties with an enrollment of approximately enrollment 500 students. 

The 60-acre campus features multiple academic buildings, a state-of-the-art library, a visual and performing arts center with a 550-seat performance hall and dance studio. In addition, the Student Activity Center includes chef-curated dining options, an impressive gym and workout spaces, and community gathering spaces. The school has idea labs and maker spaces, outdoor classrooms, a wetland, soccer and baseball fields, and miles of cross-country trails. The school boasts a top Niche ranking and is consistently ranked among the region's finest independent schools.

Gaston Day School’s mission is to educate our students and prepare them for academic success and responsible, productive lives.

Mar 31, 2026
Full time
STEAM/Engineering Teacher
Gaston Day School Gastonia, NC, USA
Gaston Day School is an independent, coeducational day school for 500 students in grades PS-12. This posting seeks a full-time upper school robotics/engineering teacher to instruct students in 10th through 12th grades, as well as a STEAM teacher to lead middle school students. A competitive candidate will have content-area expertise in robotics, engineering, and middle school STEAM curriculum, and will also oversee our school’s maker space. The ideal candidate must have enthusiasm for creative problem-solving, hands-on experiences, and the maker movement. In addition to supervising students in classes, teachers also serve as advisors and supervise students in co-curricular activities. Gaston Day teachers demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of all Gaston Day students and the school’s best interests as a whole.    Broad responsibilities: Establish and actively maintain a class environment where excellence in learning is honored and respectful interaction is...
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Middle School Math Instructor
Gaston Day School Gastonia, NC, USA
Gaston Day School is an independent, coeducational day school for 500 students in grades K-12.   This posting is for a full-time middle school math teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. A competitive candidate will have a background in math and teaching, preferably with middle school students. The successful candidate will be comfortable using technology to support lessons and manage student progress in our learning management system.  The Gaston Day Middle School math teacher is responsible for instructing students in accordance with the curriculum prescribed by the Middle School division. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for mathematics and for encouraging students to grow in knowledge and understanding. This teacher will supervise students in academic classes, advisory programs, class trips, and extra-curricular activities at the school. This teacher will demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of all Gaston Day students and to the best...
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Upper School Environmental Science and Chemistry Teacher
Gaston Day School Gastonia, NC, USA
Gaston Day School is an independent, coeducational day school for 500 students in grades PS-12.   This posting is for a full-time upper/high school environmental science and honors chemistry teacher. A competitive candidate will be well-versed in teaching Honors Chemistry and CP and Honors Environmental Science through hands-on inquiry activities, note-taking, class discussions, research projects, and group work. Applicants should be comfortable using and integrating technology into lessons in a 1:1 laptop environment. Classes will include Honors Chemistry, CP Environmental Science, and Honors Environmental Science, and a potential elective course based on individual expertise and student interest.  The Gaston Day School Honors Chemistry and CP and Honors Environmental Science teacher instructs students in science concepts that align with the Next Generation Science Standards for Chemistry and Environmental Science, incorporating the Science Practices and Cross-cutting...