Esther van Arend is an experienced English teacher currently serving as a Docent Engels at Openbaar Onderwijs Groningen since July 2021. Esther is also an author for Noordhoff, contributing to the seventh edition of Stepping Stones since September 2020. Previous positions include teaching English at Carolus Clusius College for various levels and at Reitdiep College, focusing on VMBO and Havo/VWO programs. Esther has a strong educational background, holding a Master of Education degree in Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language from the University of Groningen, and is pursuing an additional Master of Education degree at NHL Stenden. Additional experience includes office management at Newport Blue travel & incentives.