Josie Fechner has over 20 years of experience working with children through various roles in education and youth organizations. She received her Bachelor's degree from Mount Mary University and an Associate's degree from Rasmussen College. Her experience includes working as a lunchroom para, classroom para, Girl Scout troop leader and fundraiser coordinator, Cub Scout den leader and pack coordinator. She maintains a current substitute teaching license and actively volunteers with Cub Scout Pack 348 in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.