(a) Required qualifications of a site supervisor:(1) at least three creditable years of experience, as defined in Chapter 153, Subchapter CC, of this title (relating to Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service), in the aspect(s) of the certification class being pursued by the candidate;(2) valid certification in the certification class in which the practicum candidate is seeking certification;(3) trained by the educator preparation program (EPP), including training in how to coach and mentor candidates, during the twelve weeks before or three weeks after the start of the candidate's practicum;(4) not serving as a field supervisor for a candidate completing a practicum, clinical teaching, or internship; and(5) accomplishment as an educator as shown by student learning.(b) Duties of a site supervisor:(1) guide, assist, and support the candidate during the practicum; and(2) report the candidate's progress to the candidate's field supervisor.