Bhakti Ahire is an experienced international educator, IBEN workshop leader, curriculum developer, assessment specialist, and author specializing in Design Technology education. With over a decade of experience across international schools in Germany, Portugal, China, and India, she brings deep expertise in curriculum design, interdisciplinary learning, and innovative teaching practices within the IB framework.

Bhakti currently serves as Head of Design at the International School of Hamburg, where she leads the development of design education across the Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, fostering inquiry-driven and future-focused learning environments.

As an active member of the IB Educator Network (IBEN), she holds a diverse portfolio of roles including Workshop Leader, Online Facilitator, DP Design Technology Curriculum Developer, Assessment Content Developer, and Examiner. She also contributes as a Teacher Support Material Contributor, IB Exchange Contributor, MYP Innovator Reviewer, and Building Quality Curriculum Reviewer, supporting the development, review, and delivery of high-quality IB programmes globally.

Her work spans curriculum design, assessment development, teacher training, and educational resource creation, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing IB practices and supporting educators worldwide.

Her contributions have influenced IB educators and students globally, and she is the author of an IB Design Technology examination preparation book published by Extend Education.