Paulo A. De Barros
About Paulo A. De Barros
Paulo A. De Barros is the Director of the Teen Center at St. Peter's and has extensive experience in education and community service, including roles as a teacher and soccer coach at Boston Public Schools. He is also involved in various organizations aimed at supporting the Cape Verdean community and youth development.
Work at Catholic Charities of Boston
Paulo A. De Barros has served as the Director of the Teen Center at St. Peter's since 2003. Under his leadership, the center has achieved a college enrollment rate exceeding 95% for its graduates. He founded the Teen Center after conducting focus groups with teens and parents between 1999 and 2001. The center is located at 278 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, and focuses on providing support and resources to local youth.
Education and Expertise
Paulo A. De Barros holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and Criminology from Bridgewater State University, where he studied from 1993 to 1998. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Endicott College in 2015. Additionally, he studied Human Services Management at Suffolk University in 2007. His educational background supports his roles in social work and community leadership.
Background in Education and Coaching
Paulo A. De Barros worked at Boston Public Schools for over a decade. He served as a Bilingual ESL and Math Teacher at Jeremiah E. Burke High School from 1999 to 2004. He later became the Varsity Soccer Coach at the same school from 2000 to 2010. His experience in education and coaching has contributed to his advocacy for youth development.
Leadership Roles and Community Involvement
Paulo A. De Barros is the interim president of the board for the National Alliance of Cape Verdean Organizations. He is also the hands-on president of the board for the Cape Verdean Community UNIDO. As a founding member of the Safe City Collaborative, he has helped secure over $7 million for programming in the Bowdoin-Geneva neighborhood. He chairs the New England Luso-American Soccer Association and collaborates with law enforcement to improve communication with the Cape Verdean community.
Advocacy for Youth and Families
Paulo A. De Barros has been an advocate for families and youth in Boston. He works with various institutions, including the Boston Public School system and law enforcement agencies, to address issues related to youth violence. His efforts aim to create safer environments and improve resources for the Cape Verdean community.