As a teacher at the ZWW, you have the opportunity to receive funding for job shadowing abroad, teaching and training activities abroad, and participation in courses and training programmes abroad. On this page, you can find out everything you need to know about the eligibility criteria, the type of funding available, the duration of a mobility placement and how it is organised.
Teaching Staff Status
To be eligible to take part in the mobility programme, you must be employed by the ZWW (either as a member of staff or on a teaching contract). Previous employment at the ZWW does not entitle you to take part in the mobility programme.
Visiting our consultation hours
You must attend our consultation hour before taking part in a mobility programme.
The consultation hour takes place every Friday from 10.00 to 11.30, or by prior arrangement via email to mobility4LLL@zww.uni-mainz.de.
Insurance cover
In order to take part in the mobility programme, you must confirm to us that you are personally responsible for taking out the necessary health, accident and travel insurance.
Expression of interest
If you are interested in taking part in a mobility programme, you will need to complete and submit an expression of interest. You can find a template of the form in our downloads section.
How long can a job shadowing placement last?
2–10 days.
Which countries can I visit?
All EU Member States and third countries associated with the programme are eligible. Activities must take place in the country where the host organisation is legally established. Each mobility activity may take place in only one country.
How much funding will I receive?
The amount of Erasmus+ funding depends on the type of mobility and various individual factors. The funding usually consists of several components:
Travel expenses
A subsidy is available for travel to and from the event. The amount depends on the distance between the point of departure and the destination, as well as the chosen mode of transport. Environmentally friendly travel options generally receive a higher subsidy.
Personalised support
For the duration of their stay, participants receive a grant towards their living and accommodation costs. The amount of the grant depends on the destination country and the duration of the mobility period. The programme countries are divided into different country groups for this purpose.
Support for inclusion
Participants with fewer opportunities or special needs may be eligible for additional financial support. This is intended to offset any additional individual costs and ensure equal access to the Erasmus+ programme.
The applicable funding rates are set by the Erasmus+ programme and may change between funding periods. We would be happy to provide you with information on the currently available funding options and the funding rates applicable to you as you plan your mobility.
Do I have to find a receiving organisation myself?
As a rule, you do not need to find a host institution yourself. Your sending adult education institution will generally be responsible for selecting a host institution and making contact. We can draw on a network of established partner organisations in various European countries and assess which institution best suits your learning objectives. If you already have a specific institution or organisation in mind, you are, of course, welcome to suggest it. We will then work with you to check whether a mobility placement there is possible under the Erasmus+ programme and whether the institution qualifies as a host organisation.
Who can be a receiving organisation?
Any organisation in an eligible country may act as a host organisation, for example:
- Schools and adult education centres
- Civil society organisations, NGOs and voluntary organisations
- Advice centres, libraries and museums
- Cultural, community and social centres
- Organisations working with people with disabilities, older people or those at risk of poverty
The receiving organisation must be legally established in the host country.
What documents do I need to submit?
Before the activity: Learning agreement – between you, the sending organisation and the host organisation, setting out the planned learning outcomes.
Employment or volunteering contract, job description or similar document proving your affiliation with the sending organisation.
After the activity: Europass Mobility Certificate or similar document recognising the learning outcomes.
How long can a teaching or training assignment last?
2–10 days.
Which countries can I visit?
All EU Member States and third countries associated with the programme are eligible. Activities must take place in the country where the host organisation is legally established. Each mobility activity may take place in only one country.
How much funding will I receive?
The amount of Erasmus+ funding depends on the type of mobility and various individual factors. The funding usually consists of several components:
Travel expenses
A subsidy is available for travel to and from the event. The amount depends on the distance between the point of departure and the destination, as well as the chosen mode of transport. Environmentally friendly travel options generally receive a higher subsidy.
Personalised support
For the duration of their stay, participants receive a grant towards their living and accommodation costs. The amount of the grant depends on the destination country and the duration of the mobility period. The programme countries are divided into different country groups for this purpose.
Support for inclusion
Participants with fewer opportunities or special needs may be eligible for additional financial support. This is intended to offset any additional individual costs and ensure equal access to the Erasmus+ programme.
The applicable funding rates are set by the Erasmus+ programme and may change between funding periods. We would be happy to provide you with information on the currently available funding options and the funding rates applicable to you as you plan your mobility.
Do I have to find a receiving organisation myself?
As a rule, you do not need to find a host institution yourself. Your sending adult education institution will generally be responsible for selecting a host institution and making contact. We can draw on a network of established partner organisations in various European countries and assess which institution best suits your learning objectives. If you already have a specific institution or organisation in mind, you are, of course, welcome to suggest it. We will then work with you to check whether a mobility placement there is possible under the Erasmus+ programme and whether the institution qualifies as a host organisation.
Who can be a receiving organisation?
Any organisation in an eligible country may act as a host organisation, for example:
- Schools and adult education centres
- Civil society organisations, NGOs and voluntary organisations
- Advice centres, libraries and museums
- Cultural, community and social centres
- Organisations working with people with disabilities, older people or those at risk of poverty
The receiving organisation must be legally established in the host country.
What documents do I need to submit?
Before the activity: Learning agreement – between you, the sending organisation and the host organisation, setting out the planned learning outcomes.
Employment or volunteering contract, job description or similar document proving your affiliation with the sending organisation.
After the activity: Europass Mobility Certificate or similar document recognising the learning outcomes.
How long can courses and training sessions last?
2–10 days.
Which countries can I visit?
All EU Member States and third countries associated with the programme are eligible. Activities must take place in the country where the host organisation is legally established. Each mobility activity may take place in only one country.
How much funding will I receive?
The amount of Erasmus+ funding depends on the type of mobility and various individual factors. The funding usually consists of several components:
Travel expenses
A subsidy is available for travel to and from the event. The amount depends on the distance between the point of departure and the destination, as well as the chosen mode of transport. Environmentally friendly travel options generally receive a higher subsidy.
Personalised support
For the duration of their stay, participants receive a grant towards their living and accommodation costs. The amount of the grant depends on the destination country and the duration of the mobility period. The programme countries are divided into different country groups for this purpose.
Support for inclusion
Participants with fewer opportunities or special needs may be eligible for additional financial support. This is intended to offset any additional individual costs and ensure equal access to the Erasmus+ programme.
The applicable funding rates are set by the Erasmus+ programme and may change between funding periods. We would be happy to provide you with information on the currently available funding options and the funding rates applicable to you as you plan your mobility.
Where can I find suitable courses?
You are generally free to look for a suitable professional development programme or language course. The programme must be reputable, i.e. it should be able to issue the necessary Erasmus+ documents. The programme should also be structured in such a way that its success and the added value for your own professional development are clearly evident. Some providers have tailored their programmes specifically to Erasmus+ placements, meaning that the programmes are usually directly tailored to the funding scheme.
In addition, Erasmus+ staff training programmes have already been successfully carried out with the following providers:
- Eti-Executive Training Institute (Malta) - various courses taught in English
- SpainBcn (Barcelona) - Language courses in English and Spanish
- Atlantic Language School (Galway) - various courses taught in English
- Shipcon - Training courses on various topics
What documents do I need to submit?
Before the activity: Learning agreement – between you, the sending organisation and the host organisation, setting out the planned learning outcomes. For courses and training programmes, a course programme may replace the learning agreement.
Employment or volunteering contract, job description or similar document proving your link to the sending organisation.
After the activity: Europass Mobility Certificate or a similar document recognising the learning outcomes.