Akanksha Saichek

Akanksha Saichek is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in education and counseling. Currently serving as a Translator and Substitute Teacher at Harlem Consolidated School District #122 since August 2017, Akanksha has previously held positions such as Teaching Assistant at Jackson Charter School and Youth Advocate Counselor at Rock Valley College. Early career roles include Reading Instructor/Tutor at Boys & Girls Clubs of Rockford and Case Manager at Big Brothers Big Sisters, where Akanksha contributed to community-based mentorship programs. Akanksha also worked as an ACT Case Manager at the Janet Wattles Center, focusing on mental health services. Akanksha holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Portland State University, obtained in 2003.