Mason Schools - Dream Center Specialist

Position: Mason City Schools - Dream Center Specialist
Position Type:
Educational Aide/Parapro/Support Staff/Library / Media Aide

Date Posted:
4/24/2026

Location:
Mason City Schools - Mason Middle School

District:
Mason City School District
Mason City School District
Classified Opening
Posting Date:
April 24, 2026

Position:
Dream Center Specialist

Minimum qualifications include:

* Ability to pass an FBI and BCI background check

* Must obtain an Instructional Aide permit issued by ODE

* Ability to report to work each day scheduled to work

* Ability to work in a school environment

* Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development

* Willingness and ability to work collaboratively as a member of a cohesive team

Job Summary

The Dream Center Specialist serves as the day-to-day manager of the Dream Center in their respective building, assisting staff with daily operations and programming. They ensure the Dream Center is used frequently and used well by the respective school community. The Specialist will be expected to create a warm and inclusive environment where each student and staff member feels welcomed to explore.

This role is a key advocate for creativity, innovation, and cross-disciplinary literacy. Responsibilities include managing the school library, makerspace, and other shared spaces, equipment, and experiences that are housed in the Dream Center. The Specialist is responsible for managing resource circulation, maintaining inventory, and coordinating volunteer activities.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about promoting a love of creativity, learning, and multiple literacies among students. They must be flexible, friendly, and creative; willing to adapt to changing times in service of the vision and direction of the district.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Support:

• Help design and facilitate Dream Center programs, such as reading clubs, printing support, makerspace activities, book bus, Dream Carts, literacy promotion events, and others. Programs may vary by building.
• Assist in the management and maintenance of shared Dream Center spaces.
• Assist with Dream Center partner programming (ie.
  
  - Cosmic Cafe, Experiential Learning, Peer Tutoring, Dream Carts, etc.)
• Assist in preparing materials and displays for special events and class activities.
• Create book displays, bulletin boards, and window displays throughout the year.
• Provide support for teachers visiting the Dream Center, including technology setup.
• Other duties as assigned.

Student Support:

• Assist students in finding and using Dream Center resources, including print, digital, and multimedia materials.
• Serve as a contact for supporting students in accessing personal learning devices and troubleshoot basic technical issues.
• Supervise activities within the Dream Center and related spaces, ensuring a safe and productive environment.

Dream Center Operations and Management

• Assist with the care and maintenance of Dream Center equipment.
• Help manage inventory of materials in shared spaces.
• Assist students and teachers with accessing Dream Center technology and resources consistent with policies and procedures.
• Assist with the circulation of library materials including checking out and returning books, shelving, and maintaining an organized collection.
• Manage library databases and inventory systems to ensure accurate records of materials.
• Aid in the curating, ordering, cataloging, and processing of grade-level appropriate materials.
• Run overdue reports and process overdue notices.

Volunteers and/or Student Aides Management:

• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and/or student aides as available, ensuring they are familiar with Dream Center procedures and tasks.
• Assign duties to volunteers and/or student aides that match their skills and the Dream Center's needs, such as library work, assisting with events, or maintaining resources.
• Monitor volunteers and/or student aide performance and provide feedback to ensure a positive and effective experience.

Administrative Support:

• Perform basic clerical tasks, including data entry, managing holds and overdue notices, and assisting with communications.
• Where applicable, manage the Site Manager shift calendar.
• Maintain a clean,…