Meet Our Tutors

Our Team Philosophy

I’ve always believed that confidence is the most important thing a student can gain from tutoring. It’s not just about getting through homework—it’s about helping students feel like they can do the work, like they belong in their math or science class, and like they have someone in their corner who truly believes in them. That’s the heart of our approach at The Modern Physics Tutor. Everyone on this team shares that same commitment: we’re here to support students, to listen, to explain things in ways that actually make sense, and to celebrate every win along the way (big or small).We know that each student is different, so we always personalize our sessions based on their pace, their goals, and what they’re working on in class. But no matter where they’re starting from, our goal is the same—to help students feel more confident, more capable, and more in control of their learning. I feel so lucky to work with a team that genuinely cares about the students we meet. We love what we do, and we’re always learning and growing right alongside the students we support.

Meet Meg

More than anything, Meg loves helping students become genuinely confident in math, science, and their own ability to learn. Meg believes that the most important thing students can learn is how to think—not just how to memorize formulas or follow procedures. Her tutoring style is rooted in patience, clarity, and connection. She works to break challenging concepts down in ways that make sense while helping students develop the problem-solving skills, study habits, and mindset they need to succeed. Having experienced firsthand how frustrating it can be to feel lost in a class that moves too quickly or doesn’t explain things in a way that clicks, Meg strives to create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and figuring things out.

Outside of tutoring, Meg enjoys stargazing, watercolor painting, hiking, journaling, and listening to audiobooks and podcasts.

Meet KJ

KJ is a retired science educator with more than 25 years of experience teaching physics, chemistry, and astronomy in Texas. Throughout her career, KJ's has taught Conceptual Physics, AP Physics B, and University Physics. She has also taught chemistry from the introductory level through AP Chemistry, as well as college-level astronomy courses covering topics such as the Solar System, Stars, and Galaxies. After more than two decades in the classroom, KJ brings a wealth of knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for helping students understand how the world works. She especially enjoys helping students develop a deeper understanding of science rather than simply memorizing formulas and procedures.

Outside of teaching, KJ enjoys National Parks and exploring the night sky with her telescopes whenever possible. She and her husband are proud parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents to four younglings. And if you want to know a little more about KJ's personality, she puts it this way: Politically, Star Trek. Cosmically, Timey-Wimey. Religiously, Star Wars.

Meet Felix

Felix is a senior at CU Boulder studying Physics with minors in Applied Mathematics and German. He has a passion for math and science and especially enjoys helping students develop the confidence and problem-solving skills they need to tackle challenging material. Felix believes that success in math and science isn’t just about memorizing formulas—it’s about learning how to think creatively, systematically, and with persistence. His goal as a tutor is to help students develop these skills while creating a supportive environment where they can ask questions, work through mistakes, and grow more comfortable with difficult concepts.

Outside of academics, Felix enjoys backpacking, skiing, reading, and playing guitar. He also believes that learning is a lifelong process and looks forward to learning and growing alongside the students he works with.

Testimonials and Success Stories

"Meg is absolutely phenomenal. She tutored my child in College Algebra and helped him immensely. She is brilliant, patient, and compassionate. Highly recommend!"

- Amy Leal

"Meg has been such a positive influence and a big part of our daughter’s success in Physics. She is professional, supportive, accessible, and encouraging. If you need someone to help build confidence academically, talk to Meg."

- Kori Ledbetter

"My teacher left my class with a long-term sub for the first few months of the year. Meg taught me the class and helped me through it! I had great grades and felt prepared for the AP test, which I couldn’t have done without her help!"

- Dylan Mazurek

Customer Stories

At The Modern Physics Tutor, we're proud of the success and satisfaction of our students. From high school to college, our personalized approach has helped many achieve their academic goals and build lasting confidence. Here are some of their stories.

"Highly recommend Meg for math tutoring. She helped my daughter in AP Calc and my son in Geometry and was excellent."

-Candice McElyea

"What is really wonderful about Meg's approach is the way she leads my kid through the problems. It results in real learning and understanding of the topics they are covering."

-Martha Wulftange