As the founder of the educational consultancy firm SecondRail.com, John Heintz had to build his career from the ground up in the educational sector. At first, John Heintz taught English in Niles West High School. After acquiring both an MBA and law degree in Chicago, he proceeded to become the chief legal officer and assistant superintendent of operations at Niles Township High School District 219. He now focuses on SecondRail.com and its initiatives.