Horizontal and Vertical Alignment Assessment

Details:

• Resource Type: Tool
• Estimated time: 1-3 meetings

Purpose:

• Assess vertical and horizontal alignment
• Identify areas for improvement
• Reflect on findings and plan for next steps

Directions:

1. 1. Convene the HCMS Alignment Team and provide copies of Strengthening the Educator Workforce Through Human Resource Alignment and the Horizontal and Vertical Alignment Worksheet to each member.
2. 2. Use the directions on pages 7-15 of the Strengthening the Educator Workforce Through Human Resource Alignment to complete vertical and horizontal competency alignment task.
3. 3. Capture vertical and horizontal alignment ratings and notes in the Horizontal and Vertical Alignment Assessment.
4. 4. Discuss the areas of improvement for each human resource practice and capture detailed notes.

Reflection Questions:

1. How well do educator competencies align with HCMS practices?
2. Which areas will you prioritize to work on first? Why?
3. How does this analysis align, or not align, with the priorities in your and/or your partner organization’s strategic plan(s)?

1. Use this analysis to frame strategic planning meetings with the organization’s executive leadership to further define or refine the HCMS practices at scale.
2. Use this analysis to engage educators in discussions of what makes a great human resource practice from their perspective.
3. Incorporate their perspectives into your design or re-design of the HCMS.