His name is John Corcoran and he taugh high school for 17 years without being able to read, write or spell.
He later learned how to read and is no longer a teacher. He has written two books. He is the founder of a foundation that helps students with reading problems.
John Corcoran was appointed to the National Institute for Literacy and was confirmed by the United States Senate. He served on the Board of the Institute under two U.S. presidents.
He has been on 20/20, the Oprah Winfrey show, Larry King Live and other television shows.
This fascinating article tells how he made it through school and college without being able to read. It also tells how he was able to teach in high school for 17 years without anyone knowing he couldn't read, write or spell.
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Retired Teacher Reveals He Was Illiterate Until Age 48 - San Diego News Story - KGTV San Diego
John Corcoran is an advocate for literacy.
The John Corcoran Foundation
Illiterate teacher taught for 17 years
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