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MessageControl

Content Marketing Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Coordinate the implementation of content by working with designers, web developers, and other marketing resources Qualifications You believe people come first. Whether it's our clients, their ...

MessageControl

Content Marketing Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Coordinate the implementation of content by working with designers, web developers, and other marketing resources Qualifications You believe people come first. Whether it's our clients, their ...

Codal

B2B Content Writer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Produce authoritative blog articles in collaboration with internal SMEs across engineering, design ... Develop and execute a content strategy alongside the Global Head of Marketing, contributing ideas ...

seoClarity

Content Creator (Chicago-based)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Community & Tenant Experience: tenant programming, shared amenity spaces, and unique building features such as its on-site beehive sustainability program. Content Creator (Chicago-based) Requirements

Life Fitness

Social Content Specialist

Rosemont, IL · Hybrid

$53K - $75K/yr

You'd rather create content than build a social calendar. * You are constantly spotting trends ... developers, architects, and facility designers * Fitness enthusiasts: members, trainers, coaches ...

Life Fitness

Social Content Specialist

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$53K - $75K/yr

You'd rather create content than build a social calendar. * You are constantly spotting trends ... developers, architects, and facility designers * Fitness enthusiasts: members, trainers, coaches ...

Life Fitness

Social Content Specialist

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$54 - $76/hr

You'd rather create content than build a social calendar.You are constantly spotting trends ... B2B decision makers: gym operators, hospitality leaders, developers, architects, and facility ...

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How much do content engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for content engineer in Illinois is $113,003.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $119,200.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a content engineer?

A Content Engineer is responsible for structuring, organizing, and optimizing digital content for delivery across various platforms. They work at the intersection of content strategy, technology, and user experience, ensuring that content is reusable, scalable, and efficiently managed. This role often involves working with content management systems (CMS), metadata, taxonomy, and automation tools to enhance content workflows. Content Engineers collaborate closely with designers, developers, and content creators to improve content accessibility and searchability. Their goal is to make content more adaptable and efficient for both internal teams and end users.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a content engineer?

To thrive as a Content Engineer, you need expertise in web content management systems, structured data, and a strong grasp of front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, often backed by a relevant degree in computer science or information systems. Familiarity with content management tools such as WordPress, Drupal, or Adobe Experience Manager, as well as experience with APIs and version control systems like Git, is highly valued. Strong communication skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help Content Engineers excel in cross-functional and fast-paced environments. These skills are critical for efficiently developing, optimizing, and managing digital content solutions that meet both business and user needs.

What are the typical career paths and advancement opportunities for a content engineer?

Content Engineers often start by focusing on content modeling, management, and delivery, collaborating with developers, designers, and content strategists. With experience, professionals in this role may advance to lead content engineering teams, specialize in areas like content architecture, or transition into related positions such as Digital Experience Manager or Solutions Architect. The evolving nature of digital content means there are frequently opportunities to work on innovative projects and expand skills in new technologies. As organizations place increasing importance on structured content and omnichannel delivery, there is strong potential for growth and advancement in this field.

How much does a content engineer make?

The average salary for a content engineer ranges from $70,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Skilled professionals with knowledge of content management systems, programming, and data structures tend to earn higher salaries.

Is content engineering a good career?

Content engineering is a growing field that involves designing, managing, and optimizing digital content systems, often requiring skills in programming, data management, and content strategy. It offers opportunities in technology companies, media, and e-commerce, with a demand for expertise in tools like content management systems and data pipelines. The role can provide a stable career with potential for advancement and specialization.

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Computer Science Content Specialist

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments - student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.
The Department of STEM at Chicago Public Schools supports inclusive and innovative learning experiences in math, science, computer science and whole-school integrated STEM & STEAM programming across the district. It is our commitment that every day, in every STEM classroom at CPS, all students will: actively make sense of and construct solutions to complex questions; productively contribute to the learning community to support a culture of collaboration, risk-taking, and innovation; and regularly reflect on and communicate their understanding of disciplinary ideas. Through these experiences and purposeful opportunities to face transdisciplinary challenges, students will graduate from CPS with advanced STEM literacies prepared to make the world a better place.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Computer Science Manager, the primary objective of the Computer Science Content Specialist will be to ensure that the support provided by the Office of Teaching and Learning improves the student experience and outcomes aligned to the CPS Instructional Core Vision. Content Specialists will be assigned to grade bands (K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12), with capacity for one Specialist to act as a lead for each grade band. This position will work as part of a team of hands-on school support personnel to help multiple stakeholders, including school, district and network leaders, to implement high-quality sustainable Computer Science education.
The Computer Science Content Specialist will collaborate closely with other Computer Science Content Specialists to ensure a coherent vision for PreK-12 Computer Science teaching and learning is scaled throughout CPS.
This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.
The Computer Science Content Specialist will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
  • Design and facilitate professional learning for a variety of internal and external stakeholders that deepens their understanding of the CPS Instructional Core and content-specific practices to support it
  • Ensure professional learning for CPS Network Chiefs/Deputies, Instructional Support Leaders (ISLs), school leaders, Central Office instructional leaders, external partners, and other educators successfully achieves the following:
    • Leading educators in developing, implementing, and refining network-specific professional learning plans that ensure district-wide learning is prioritized and supported within each network
    • Building capacity in supporting school leaders and teacher leaders with content-specific learning
    • Preparing school leaders and teacher leaders to lead school-based learning through coaching, team meetings, workshops, etc.
  • Ensure professional learning for teacher leaders successfully achieves the following:
    • Supporting teacher leaders in effectively contributing to their schools' Instructional Leadership Teams
    • Building their capacity to lead their colleagues in content-specific learning and reflection grounded in student learning
  • Design and facilitate professional learning for all Computer Science Curricula including:
    • Support educators in understanding the philosophy, design principles, components, and systems embedded within the curriculum
    • Facilitate unit-specific launch sessions to prepare teachers to successfully implement each unit of instruction
    • Provide unit-specific PLC materials to engage teachers in reflection and collaborative problem-solving around Computer Science curriculum implementation
  • Contribute to the continuous development of Skyline through the completion of tasks including:
    • Evaluating professional learning outcome data to inform future professional learning needs
    • Identifying, documenting, and offering solutions around barriers to successful implementation through common progress monitoring systems
    • Participating in centralized feedback structures to inform curriculum revision
  • Contribute to content-specific guidance, resources, and policy to ensure a consistent instructional vision is promoted within and across content areas
  • Collaborate with other department Content Specialists to support shared initiatives
  • Maintain content area expertise by staying abreast of current research, practices, and innovation in the field
  • Other duties as assigned

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Computer Science Content Specialist must possess the following qualifications:
Education Required:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Focus in a relevant field of study preferred.
  • One of the following teaching credentials issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is required:
    • Valid teaching certificate/Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate grade level and/or content level endorsement. (Computer Science, LBSI, ESL, or Bilingual Endorsement, preferred.)
    • Valid Career and Technical Education (CTE) Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with appropriate content endorsement (ex: Computer Science, Computer Programming).
      • Valid out-of-state, reciprocal license will be considered but must obtain ISBE licensure within 6 months of hire
  • Master's degree in a relevant field of study preferred

Experience Required:
  • Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in education, including the following, is required:
    • Minimum of five (5) years of classroom teaching experience, including computer science instruction; three (3) years of teaching experience will be considered in combination with two (2) years of experience in a comparable content specialist role
    • Minimum of three (3) years of teacher leadership experience, such as leading school teams in the development of curriculum and assessments, analyzing student performance data, etc.
    • Minimum of three (3) years working with adult learners, including creating, organizing, and facilitating professional learning experiences to meet the needs of participants.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Expertise in planning, designing, facilitating, and evaluating professional learning
  • Deep knowledge of Computer Science teaching and learning instructional best practices
  • Exceptional organizational skills; ability to effectively manage several work streams simultaneously
  • Capable of building and sustaining positive, productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable collaborating and communicating across a diverse range of audiences, including network teams, principals, teachers, and support staff
  • Commitment to CPS Instructional Core Vision
  • Ability to build consensus and leverage expertise with educators across the district
  • Excellent technology skills (Google Suite)

Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
  • Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

Benefits:
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
  • Medical Plan Options
  • Pharmacy
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Behavioral Health & EAP
  • Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Pension Plans
  • Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
  • Paid Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Days
  • Parental Leaves
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Religious Holidays
  • Leaves

Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

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