The Speech Train

04/24/2026

📣 CALLING ALL NEW OR RECENT SLP GRADS! 📣

📣Calling all soon-to-be or recent SLP grads! 📣

Are you looking for the right place to complete your Clinical Fellowship (CFY)—somewhere you’ll feel supported, valued, and excited to grow?

I’m so excited to share that The Speech Train 🚂💬 is officially hiring a CF!

This opportunity is perfect for someone who wants more than just a job—you’ll gain hands-on experience while receiving meaningful mentorship and support every step of the way.

At The Speech Train, we focus on:
💛 Building strong relationships with families
🌱 Supporting real growth and learning (not just checking boxes!)
📚 Ongoing mentorship, collaboration, and paid learning opportunities
🚀 Creating a space where you can truly build a career—not just gain experience

This position includes opportunities to work in early intervention and private practice settings throughout Luzerne & Wyoming Counties.

📎 Check out the attached PDF for full details!

If you’re interested or have questions, feel free to email:
📧 TheSpeechTrainPA@gmail.com

Know a CF who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post! 🤍

04/13/2026

🚨 LAST CALL FOR APPLICANTS! 🚨

This is your final chance to apply for the CFY you’ve been waiting for! ✨

If you’re ready to grow, be supported, and truly make an impact—this is it. Don’t miss the opportunity to start your career somewhere that values your passion, energy, and drive.

📩 Apply now before it’s too late!

📣Calling all soon-to-be or recent SLP grads! 📣

Are you looking for the right place to complete your Clinical Fellowship (CFY)—somewhere you’ll feel supported, valued, and excited to grow?

I’m so excited to share that The Speech Train 🚂💬 is officially hiring a CF!

This opportunity is perfect for someone who wants more than just a job—you’ll gain hands-on experience while receiving meaningful mentorship and support every step of the way.

At The Speech Train, we focus on:
💛 Building strong relationships with families
🌱 Supporting real growth and learning (not just checking boxes!)
📚 Ongoing mentorship, collaboration, and paid learning opportunities
🚀 Creating a space where you can truly build a career—not just gain experience

This position includes opportunities to work in early intervention and private practice settings throughout Luzerne & Wyoming Counties.

📎 Check out the attached PDF for full details!

If you’re interested or have questions, feel free to email:
📧 TheSpeechTrainPA@gmail.com

Know a CF who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post! 🤍

03/31/2026

📣Calling all soon-to-be or recent SLP grads! 📣

Are you looking for the right place to complete your Clinical Fellowship (CFY)—somewhere you’ll feel supported, valued, and excited to grow?

I’m so excited to share that The Speech Train 🚂💬 is officially hiring a CF!

This opportunity is perfect for someone who wants more than just a job—you’ll gain hands-on experience while receiving meaningful mentorship and support every step of the way.

At The Speech Train, we focus on:
💛 Building strong relationships with families
🌱 Supporting real growth and learning (not just checking boxes!)
📚 Ongoing mentorship, collaboration, and paid learning opportunities
🚀 Creating a space where you can truly build a career—not just gain experience

This position includes opportunities to work in early intervention and private practice settings throughout Luzerne & Wyoming Counties.

📎 Check out the attached PDF for full details!

If you’re interested or have questions, feel free to email:
📧 TheSpeechTrainPA@gmail.com

Know a CF who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post! 🤍

03/29/2026

🍽️ Parent Tip: Take the Pressure Off Mealtimes

If your child is struggling with eating, one of the most powerful things you can do is… take the pressure off 💛

Instead of asking for “just one bite” or negotiating at the table, try this:
✨ Expose your child to a small variety of foods (including at least one “safe” food your child usually accepts) without the expectation of “trying”
✨ Let your child explore food in their own way—touching, smelling, or even just looking counts!
✨ Keep mealtimes positive and low-stress (no pressure, no battles)

When kids feel safe and in control, they’re more likely to try new foods over time.

Feeding is a journey—and small steps matter!

02/18/2026

A little peek into life at The Speech Train 🚂💬
Where learning is fun, smiles are encouraged, and play helps every child find their voice.
Just another day doing what I love!

01/23/2026

We’re going up, up, up—and away at The Speech Train! 🎈🚂

I saw a fellow SLP share this activity on Facebook and decided to give it a try—and wow! Parents, this simple activity sparks SO much language. We’re targeting words like up, more, again, balloon, big, small, fast, slow, and blow—all through play!

Sometimes the simplest activities create the biggest language opportunities 💬✨

12/24/2025

Believing in the power of yet changes everything!

Not there - yet.
Not mastered - yet.
Not confident - yet.

One small word with a big impact—it turns “I can’t” into “I’m learning,” struggle into progress, and leaves room for growth, patience, and possibility.

You may not see it now, but progress is happening. Keep going 🤍

12/20/2025

🚂🎉 Big shout-out to Chloe!
Chloe has officially graduated from The Speech Train and we couldn’t be prouder. She worked incredibly hard, stayed determined, and mastered all of her goals. Watching her growth has been such a joy. Way to go, Chloe—we’re cheering you on every step of the way! 💛

11/27/2025

🦃🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from The Speech Train! 🚂💛

Today we’re feeling extra grateful for our wonderful families, amazing kiddos, and the joy we get to share each week in helping little voices grow.

Thank you for trusting us, supporting us, and being part of our Speech Train family. Your dedication, encouragement, and smiles make our work so meaningful.

Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and special moments with the ones who matter most. 🍂❤️

Happy Thanksgiving!
— The Speech Train 🚂✨

11/14/2025

✨ The Power of the Pause ✨
At The Speech Train, we love using fill-in-the-blank phrases to support language development — but one simple strategy can make all the difference:

👉 Pause… a little longer than you think!

Many parents naturally wait a second or two before jumping in with the answer. But sometimes, giving your child just a few more seconds can be the key to unlocking their response. That extra moment allows them time to process, plan their words, and confidently fill in the blank.

🎥 The video below shows exactly how powerful a longer pause can be — you’ll see how waiting just a little longer leads to success!

💡 Try it at home! The next time you say:
“Ready, set… ___?”
pause…
and see what happens.

Small strategies ➜ big progress. 🚂💬

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day from The Speech Train! 🚂💙

Today we honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. Your strength, sacrifice, and service inspire us every day.

Thank you, Veterans, for keeping our nation safe and strong. ❤️🤍💙

11/10/2025

🚂 The Speech Train - Parent Tip!

📚 Storytime Chat

Tip: Don’t just read — talk about the pictures, make predictions, and ask “What do you think happens next?”

Why: Conversation turns during reading build comprehension and expressive skills.