Human Resources

  • Come work with us!

    We would like to thank you for your interest in app County Schools, and we are eager to assist you as you seek a new career opportunity with us.

    app County Schools is the second largest employer in app County with more than 3,800 full-time and part-time employees, including 1,950 classroom teachers.  We are the tenth largest school district in North Carolina with more than 30,000 students, and our neighborhood schools are a great source of community pride.  Our 56 schools are accredited by AdvancED/Cognia – receiving accreditation is a recognition that signifies that all of our schools have earned the distinction of being a quality school.

    While we are located in the Charlotte metropolitan region, we strive to maintain our sense of hometown and community.  We like to say that we are close enough to city life, but without the hassle.

Human Resources Announcements

  • Open enrollment for state health plan

    ATTENTION, EMPLOYEES! Open enrollment for the State Health Plan runs from September 30 until October 25, 2024. The choices you make will remain in effect from January 1 until December 31, 2025. to enroll beginning September 30. For more information about the State Health Plan, visit

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  • Signing bonus for new Exceptional Children teachers

    app County Schools is offering a signing bonus to highly-qualified Exceptional Children teachers who are new to our school family.  The bonus is worth up to $8,000 for the 2024-2025 academic year.  Call us for more information, (704) 866-6160, or start the application process now by clicking the Employee Opportunities link.

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We are looking for Bus Drivers!

Five reasons to choose app County Schools

  • We are in a great location – just 15 miles from Charlotte, 100 miles from the mountains, and 200 miles from major beaches.  Plus, there are a number of things to do right here at home.

    Academics and school safety are our priorities – we have a comprehensive educational program for students, and we continue to rank as the safest school district in the state when compared to the 10 largest school districts.

    Our app Induction Program for Success (TIPS) is a model professional development program that helps beginning teachers find success in their new career.

    We offer an excellent benefits package with paid holidays, paid annual leave, paid sick leave, state retirement, health insurance, and more.

    Our schools foster a commitment to care and belonging – people who work for app County Schools are more than just employees; they are an important part of our school family and contribute to our continued success.

Contact Us

  • app County Schools
    Human Resources Department
    1351 Bradford Heights Road
    appia, North Carolina  28054
    (704) 866-6129

    Beth Suber, Executive Director
    bcsuber@gaston.k12.nc.us