The Department of Education (DepEd) announced that around 140,000 teaching positions will be available next year through the new career progression program, following the signing of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for Executive Order No. 174. This program, which aims to enhance career growth for public school teachers, will offer promotions in both teaching and administrative tracks. Key positions include Teacher IV through VII and Master Teacher V, with additional administrative roles like School Principal I-IV.