Professional Development Opportunities Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Pre-Kindergarten Teacher - 2025/2026 School Year (Donoghue Campus)

Company: University of Chicago Charter School

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 19, 2025

Applicant should have a Bachelor’s degree in education and state certification; at least 2 years of urban teaching experience in related field; and proven…

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Welder

Company: Ace Metal Crafts

Location: Bensenville, IL

Posted Mar 20, 2025

Perform daily and ongoing preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment as required. Responsible for reading blueprints and demonstrating an…

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Neuro-interventionalist with Vascular Neurology Expertise, Chicago, IL west suburbs

Company: Endeavor Health

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Mar 21, 2025

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Obstetrics Gynecology

Company: Advocate Health

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Mar 18, 2025

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Head Carpenter

Company: Chicago Scenic Studios

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 19, 2025

As needed, attend onsite calls for preplanning, installation, maintenance and repair of projects. Extensive experience with wood working and fabrication tools…

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Licensed Plumber

Company: Precision Today

Location: Franklin Park, IL

Posted Mar 15, 2025

Deliver sound plumbing diagnostics, repairs, and installs. Enjoy the convenience of taking your truck home each night and dispatching directly from home!

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Drain Tech

Company: Precision Today

Location: Franklin Park, IL

Posted Mar 13, 2025

Complete all drain cleaning, jetting and cable work related to in-home, service calls. Company supplied Vehicle – fully stocked, cell phone, and tablets.

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Sous Chef

Company: Miru

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 20, 2025

Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy.

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Senior Accountant

Company: Porte Brown, LLC

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted Mar 19, 2025

Prepare tax returns, including consolidated or multi-state business returns, complex pass-through entities and complex individuals.

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Community Developer

Company: Ripple Fiber

Location: Lombard, IL

Posted Mar 13, 2025

A bachelor's degree in communications, business, or a related field. This role will work closely with state and local municipalities, developers, and community…

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Luxury Custom Stylist / Sales Associate

Company: BALANI Custom Clothiers

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 19, 2025

Aptitude to learn technical skills such as measuring, fitting, styling, and electronic order entry. Structured, formal training program to develop key industry-…

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Sous Chef

Company: Shaw's Crab House

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 14, 2025

Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Professional Development roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level Learning Specialists earn $50k–$70k, mid‑level L&D Managers command $80k–$110k, and senior L&D Directors receive $120k–$160k. Executive roles such as VP of Learning can exceed $200k, especially in large tech firms.
What skills and certifications are most valued in PD positions?
Key skills include proficiency with LMS platforms like Cornerstone, SAP Litmos, or Moodle; instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM); microlearning authoring in Articulate 360 or Captivate; data‑analytics tools (Excel, Tableau, Power BI); and video production. Certifications such as ATD Associate, CPLP, CILIP, or Microsoft Certified: Learning Designer boost marketability.
Are Professional Development jobs available for remote work?
Yes. Instructional Designers, Learning Technologists, and Training Specialists frequently work remotely or in hybrid models. Corporate Trainers and Learning & Development Managers may require occasional on‑site presence for workshops or pilot programs.
What career progression paths exist within PD roles?
Typical advancement moves from Training Coordinator to Instructional Designer, then to L&D Manager, followed by Director of Learning, and finally VP of Learning or Chief Learning Officer. Each step adds responsibility for strategy, analytics, and budget oversight.
What industry trends are shaping the future of Professional Development?
AI‑driven adaptive learning, microlearning on mobile, learning analytics dashboards, gamification, and skill‑marketplace platforms are elevating PD. Companies are also prioritizing continuous learning cultures to close skill gaps in data science, cybersecurity, and cloud management.

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